Fratelli Fanciullacci Hand-Decorated Ceramic Jug - Italy, 1960s

Small Italian ceramic jug from Fratelli Fanciullacci, hand-decorated in black and white with geometric motifs typical of the 1960s. The bold, linear surface pattern contrasts beautifully with the softly rounded shape, giving it both a graphic and handmade feel.

The design reflects the postwar Italian ceramic movement that blended modern form with expressive craftsmanship. Based in Montelupo Fiorentino, near Florence, Fratelli Fanciullacci was one of Italy’s leading art-ceramic producers of the era - known for playful textures, painterly glazes, and endless variations on traditional forms.

A distinctive piece that works as a small vase, milk jug, or simply as a collectible accent. We love its confident patterning and tactile, hand-drawn energy - unmistakably Italian modernist.

✦ Height 12 cm
✦ Glazed ceramic with hand-painted and incised decoration
✦ Signed Italy on the base
✦ Manufacturer: Fratelli Fanciullacci
✦ Period: 1960s
✦ Made in Italy
✦ Excellent vintage condition - light wear consistent with age

NOTE ON FRATELLI FANCIULLACI
Operating from Montelupo Fiorentino near Florence, Fratelli Fanciullacci was one of Italy’s most creative ceramic houses of the 1950s–70s. Their work ranged from playful textured pieces to bold geometric designs like this one - all rooted in strong craftsmanship and a feel for colour and form. Every piece carries that lively mid-century Italian energy we love: a mix of tradition, experimentation and pure joy of making.