Vintage Amarena Fabbri Ceramic Jar
Decorative art, ceramic jar with lid • Produced by Fabbri 1905 S.p.A., Italy
Style & Movement
Traditional Italian commercial decorative arts, revival majolica style
Medium & Technique
Glazed white ceramic with cobalt blue underglaze transfer or hand-painting
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 6 to 8 inches in height, vertical canister format
Subject Description
White ceramic jar decorated with cobalt blue floral and foliate motifs, featuring the brand inscription 'AMARENA FABBRI / FRUTTO E SCIROPPO'
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and use
Estimated Market Value
20 to 50 USD
Auction Estimate
10 to 30 USD
Provenance History
Commercial promotional ceramic produced for Fabbri 1905, later acquired on the secondary/vintage market
Art Historical Significance
Representative of mid-century Italian corporate branding and traditional ceramic packaging design, highly collectible as vintage kitchenalia
Notable Features
Distinctive blue and white foliate pattern characteristic of traditional Italian earthenware paired with iconic Fabbri branding
Condition Issues
Minor surface scuffs and slight fading of the blue transfer print in isolated areas
Conservation Recommendations
Clean gently with mild soap and water; avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve the blue glaze decoration