Richly hand painted with colorful florals and scrolling borders, this vintage Italian ceramic oil cruet brings the warmth of traditional Mediterranean pottery into the home. Originally designed for serving olive oil or vinegar, its graceful silhouette, curved handle, and decorative side pouring spout make it equally beautiful as a display piece or kitchen accent.
The softly mottled ivory glaze is decorated with blue blossoms, green foliage, rosy pink flowers, and hand-painted bands in yellow, blue, and plum, giving the piece wonderful depth and character. Whether displayed on open shelving, styled with Italian ceramics, or used to hold dried stems, it offers timeless European charm.
The underside retains its original "Made in Italy – Hand Manufacture" label.
Condition reflects its vintage history. The side pouring spout has been professionally repaired and remains stable. There are two small chips along the edge of the foot, one tiny enamel chip on the rim opening, and one tiny enamel chip on the handle, all shown in the photographs and consistent with age.
Details:
Era: Circa 1970s–1990s
Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic
Condition: Good vintage condition. Repaired side pouring spout. Two small chips to the foot rim, one tiny enamel chip on the mouth rim, and one tiny enamel chip on the handle. Displays beautifully.
Dimensions: 13 in H × 7 in W
Richly hand painted with colorful florals and scrolling borders, this vintage Italian ceramic oil cruet brings the warmth of traditional Mediterranean pottery into the home. Originally designed for serving olive oil or vinegar, its graceful silhouette, curved handle, and decorative side pouring spout make it equally beautiful as a display piece or kitchen accent.
The softly mottled ivory glaze is decorated with blue blossoms, green foliage, rosy pink flowers, and hand-painted bands in yellow, blue, and plum, giving the piece wonderful depth and character. Whether displayed on open shelving, styled with Italian ceramics, or used to hold dried stems, it offers timeless European charm.
The underside retains its original "Made in Italy – Hand Manufacture" label.
Condition reflects its vintage history. The side pouring spout has been professionally repaired and remains stable. There are two small chips along the edge of the foot, one tiny enamel chip on the rim opening, and one tiny enamel chip on the handle, all shown in the photographs and consistent with age.
Details:
Era: Circa 1970s–1990s
Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic
Condition: Good vintage condition. Repaired side pouring spout. Two small chips to the foot rim, one tiny enamel chip on the mouth rim, and one tiny enamel chip on the handle. Displays beautifully.
Dimensions: 13 in H × 7 in W
