Amphora with Herons in Terracotta Lava Gray H 71cm

SUBJECT

Impruneta terracotta pitchers are famous worldwide for their quality and beauty. The tradition of making orci and other terracotta works in this region of Tuscany has deep roots dating back several centuries. Impruneta terracotta pitchers find a special place in the décor of luxury residences because of their timeless beauty, quality craftsmanship, and ability to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to rooms.

THE MATERIAL.

Terracotta originated primarily to decorate outdoor spaces, but over time it has come into use for rooms in the home as well, becoming a sign that immediately shifts the atmosphere toward bold, high-impact flavors. Prestigious names in contemporary architecture and art are rediscovering the value, even symbolic, of an ancient material that brings together water and earth, sustainability and the desire for innovation. Thanks to the rediscovery of all natural materials, which respect the environment and enhance it, modern design revisits traditional elements and gives new life to terracotta, in the architectural, landscape and artistic fields.  

THE PROCESSING

Each terracotta object is hand-moulded in high relief. The creation of each object requires precise processing times, drying at natural temperature, baking in the oven, cooling at natural temperature. Delivery of some items can take about 20 days, which can also vary depending on weather conditions. The lava gray color is obtained by adding of a mineral oxide to the clay mixture to make the object a metal gray hue. All the characteristics of terracotta remain unchanged. Gray is a popular neutral color, the new neutral par excellence. It conveys elegance and restraint. Very versatile, it goes very harmoniously with bright hues and neutral tones. Lava gray terracotta gives rooms a refined and trendy feel.

IMPRUNETA TERRACOTTA

Terracotta production in Impruneta dates back to Etruscan and Roman times. The Etruscans, who inhabited Tuscany, used terracotta extensively to create vases, urns and other works of art. During the Middle Ages, terracotta production continued to flourish, with a particular growth during the Renaissance. During this period, terracotta from Impruneta was used for architectural decorations, such as window frames, columns, and floors, as well as for everyday objects such as pitchers and amphorae. In 1419 Filippo Brunelleschi chose terracotta from Impruneta to build the dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, given the unique characteristics of lightness and solidity of this material; in fact, the vault has no supporting framework. In the following centuries, the tradition was kept alive and the quality of Impruneta terracotta continued to be recognized and appreciated. Today, production still takes place following traditional craft methods, ensuring the high quality and durability of the products.