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Hand-painted floral sprays wrap the body, while the handle is modelled as a twisting vine with grapes and leaves—adding depth and a sculptural quality that sets it apart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarked to the base with model number C12.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally made as a table or water jug, now best used as a decorative piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO STYLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• On a kitchen shelf to break up neutral ceramics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• As a standalone piece on stone or timber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• With branches, or left empty to show the handle detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Grouped with French pottery for contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven, age-appropriate crazing throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinor wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo major structural damage noted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 15 cm (widest point)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Founders of Rome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43549989208130,"sku":"FOR-4550-UNT-FOUNDERS O","price":480.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/3981\/8050\/files\/E0C3979E-5994-4FE6-B247-93B6FF3E65E1.png?v=1775638420"},{"product_id":"vintage-italian-majolica-jug-with-braided-handle-mid-20th-century","title":"Vintage Italian Majolica Jug with Braided Handle | Mid 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Hand-painted ceramic jug from Italy with a sculptural braided handle and bold floral decoration makes a beautifully bold rustic statement!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe worn glaze and irregular surface give it a relaxed, lived-in feel that works easily into layered interiors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vintage Italian majolica jug with a rounded body, flared neck and distinctive twisted handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in a traditional tin glaze and hand-painted with expressive floral motifs in green, yellow, blue and red. The surface shows natural wear and variation, adding depth rather than detracting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely produced in central Italy in the mid–late 20th century, drawing on older rural pottery traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally a functional jug, now better suited as a decorative piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW TO STYLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a kitchen bench with nothing in it — let the colour carry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith loose stems or branches to soften the shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn open shelving to break up neutrals and add contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaired with timber, copper or stone for warmth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with surface wear, glaze variation and minor imperfections consistent with age and handmade production. 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