FINE ITALIAN TERRA COTTA
About Impruneta Terra Cotta
The geological conditions of Impruneta have resulted in a soil whose chemical compound is unique. When this native clay - locally called "terra turchina" (blue earth) - is fired, the clay, because of its high limestone content, assumes its distinctive terra rosa color. The high limestone content of the clay also results in a pottery that has excellent porosity and is extremely durable and weather resistant.
All the pottery shown is hand molded or thrown by hand, then hand finished. Some of the pots are charming in their rusticity, the hand-made irregularities adding to their character. Many of the pottery designs are classic and have been used in Italian gardens and loggias for centuries. The modern designs are inspired by tradition and by Italy's and Europe's most elegant contemporary styling.
I offer the terra cotta form some of the best craftsmen of Impruneta, including Impruneta's premier pottery Poggi Ugo.
The geological conditions of Impruneta have resulted in a soil whose chemical compound is unique. When this native clay - locally called "terra turchina" (blue earth) - is fired, the clay, because of its high limestone content, assumes its distinctive terra rosa color. The high limestone content of the clay also results in a pottery that has excellent porosity and is extremely durable and weather resistant.
All the pottery shown is hand molded or thrown by hand, then hand finished. Some of the pots are charming in their rusticity, the hand-made irregularities adding to their character. Many of the pottery designs are classic and have been used in Italian gardens and loggias for centuries. The modern designs are inspired by tradition and by Italy's and Europe's most elegant contemporary styling.
I offer the terra cotta form some of the best craftsmen of Impruneta, including Impruneta's premier pottery Poggi Ugo.
POGGI UGO
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Famous throughout Europe and the World After visiting many terra cotta kilns in Impruneta, I found that POGGI UGO clearly offered the widest range of styles created by Impruneta's finest artisans. The workmanship at Poggi is the VERY BEST Impruneta has to offer with sophisticated styling, classic and modern designs, beautiful proportions and superb finishing. The building which houses the current Poggi kilns dates back to the 1500's. Owned and worked by the same family since 1919, Poggi Ugo is one of the oldest kilns in Impruneta. In 2019, the fifth generation of Poggi Ugo's family will celebrate their 100th year of artistic tradition. I feel it is an honor and a privilege to offer Poggi's pottery to the most discerning. Margaret Hensel Landscape Designs All terra-cotta shown is in stock. Trade Discount. |
604 Anfora con Aironi
Amphora with Heron
46 3/4 inches tall $4,800.00
Amphora with Heron
46 3/4 inches tall $4,800.00
51 Vaso Medici decorato.
A 12 ½ inches tall / 13 ½ inches diameter at top inside $1,400.00. Other sizes available. Please call for more info |
55 B Vaso decorato a fondo largo. 19 ½ inches tall / inside diameter at top 20 inches. $2,800.00
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146 A Caspo a palla scanalato. 17 ½ inches tall / 9 ½ inches top opening inside. $1,250.00
146 B 13 ½ inches tall / 8 inches top opening inside $700.00 |
932 Colonna tortiglione. Spirally column 40 inches tall. $1,800.00
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361 Cassetta bizantina
8 inches tall /29 inches long outside / 7 inches wide interior $1,200.00 |
Left: 707 Portaombrelli a boccale. Umbrella stand as jug. 18" tall / inside diameter at top 9 inches. $750.00
Right: Portaombrelli a boccalie a snello. 19 inches tall/inside diameter at top 7 1/2 inches. $675.00 |
14 B Vaso porcine festonato 19 ½ inches tall / inside diameter at top 20 inches $3,850.00.
Our largest pot. |
180 Vasetto con pere. Jar with pear. 8 inches tall/ inside diameter 7 inches. $225.00.
Our smallest pot. |
652 Orcio Olive jar. B 20 inches tall / top opening 8 inches inside. $1,200.00
Additional sizes and styles available.
All measurements are approximate.
All measurements are approximate.
MASINI TERRA COTTA
Masini is one of Impruneta's oldest and best terra cotta fornaci or furnaces. The building which houses the current Masini kilns dates back to the 1600's. Owned and worked by the same family since 1939, Masini's skilled craftsman create a wide range of pots, vases, urns and tubs, ranging in style from simple rustic to classic and modern. With almost 80 years of experience, the workmanship at Masini, in combination with their beautiful, well proportioned designs assures Masini's status as one of the best Impruneta has to offer. Margaret Hensel Landscape Designs
All measurements approximate. Prices subject to change.
All measurements approximate. Prices subject to change.
Masini 2095 Paniera ovale decorato. Decorated open oval basket.
11 inches tall / 16 ¾ inches long inside / 13 ¼ inches wide inside $850.00 |
Masini 3023 Cesta
7 inches tall / 15 inches long outside / 9 inches wide outside $425.00 |
Masini 2257
Paniera ovale vinchi Oval basket 7 inches tall/ 12 ½ inches length inside/ 6 inches wide $375.00 |
2024 A Conchiglia. Sea Shell
12 inches tall/ 20 1/2 inches wide
$1,600.00
2024 B Conchiglia Sea Shell
9 inches tall/ 15 ½ inches wide
$850.00
12 inches tall/ 20 1/2 inches wide
$1,600.00
2024 B Conchiglia Sea Shell
9 inches tall/ 15 ½ inches wide
$850.00
Rectangular Box with Angel Face and vines (middle). 20 inches long outside / 8 inches wide/ 6 ½ inches tall
$525.00 |
2321 Casettta FRIZANTI.
8 inches tall / 5 ½ inches inside $185.00 |
Square box with garland (far left)
11 1/2 inches tall / 12 inches long / 12 inches wide $625.00 
Classic Ring Pot
20 ½ inches tall / 23 ½ inches inside diameter at top $1,100.00 |
Cylinder with swag
11 ½ inches tall / 12 ½ diameter outside. $625.00 
Orlo Olio
Olive Jar with Handles 27 inches tall / 9 1/2 inches inside diameter at top $1,100.00 |
Classic Pedestal (in two parts)
16 ½ inches tall/ base 15 inches by 14 1/2 inches $1,400.00 
Etruscan Cache Pot
14 ½ inches tall / 10 inches inside diameter at top. $635.00 |
Additional sizes and styles available.
All measurements are approximate.
All measurements are approximate.
CERAMIC ART by PAUL MASSIMO POPPEL One of a kind terra cotta.
Click images to enlarge. Contact for pricing. More works are available.
PRIVATE COLLECTION
VTC-25 relief |
VTC-77
Height: 32" - Base: 12" Height: 82 cm- Base: 30 cm |
VTC-25
Height: 32" - Base: 12" Height: 82 cm- Base: 30 cm |
PRIVATE COLLECTION
VTC-8a Height : 40" - base: 10" height : 101 cm - base: 25 cm |
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PRIVATE COLLECTION
VTC-26 Height: 53" Height: 134 cm |
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VTC-57
Height: 36" - length: 22" - width: 14"
Height: 92 cm- length: 59 cm- width: 36 cm
Height: 36" - length: 22" - width: 14"
Height: 92 cm- length: 59 cm- width: 36 cm
VTC-75a VTC-75b VTC 75c
Prices upon request
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• All shown are in stock
• Discount to the trade
Margaret Hensel Landscape Designer
Richmond, Massachusetts 01254
Phone: 413-698-2291