Vtg De Simone Italy Hand Painted Pottery Pitcher Folk Art Ceramic Jug Signed 37

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Description

Add a vibrant piece of authentic Italian mid-century artistry to your collection with this vintage Giovanni DeSimone hand-painted ceramic pitcher made in Italy. Beautifully decorated in DeSimone’s unmistakable whimsical folk-art style, this sculptural pottery jug features joyful abstract figures, colorful flowers, and expressive line work rendered in warm oranges, reds, yellows, blues, and greens over a creamy white glazed background.

The asymmetrical body, angled pouring spout, and integrated handle create a wonderfully modern silhouette while remaining highly functional as a pitcher, vase, or decorative accent. Every side of the vessel offers a different hand-painted scene, making it a display piece that is meant to be enjoyed from every angle.

This example retains its original hand-painted decoration and bears the typical painted signature and model number 37, identifying it as an authentic DeSimone production from Italy. These colorful Sicilian ceramics have become increasingly desirable among collectors of Italian pottery, Raymor-era design, Bitossi, Aldo Londi, and other Mid-Century Modern decorative arts.

Whether displayed in a curated pottery collection or used as a statement vase for fresh flowers, this cheerful Italian ceramic pitcher brings unmistakable Mediterranean charm and artistic personality to any interior.

Measurements

* Approximately 9 inches tall

* Approximately 5 inches wide

* Please review all photographs as they form part of the description.

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear consistent with years of careful use. Colors remain bright and vibrant, and the glaze presents beautifully. Please examine all photographs carefully for the best representation of condition.

Shipping & Packaging

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