Montanari Italian Majolica ceramic amphora vase. Ricco Deruta Pattern

Vintage hand-painted Italian Majolica ceramic amphora vase, styled in the traditional Ricco Deruta patterns of Umbria, Italy. The vase appears to be in good vintage condition with light signs of https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=YWdpbmcuSGVyZQ== is a breakdown of the specific condition details observed:Base and UndersideRim Friction Wear: The unglazed red clay rim on the bottom shows typical minor scuffing, darkness, and light wear from sitting on flat surfaces over time.Structural Integrity: There are no major missing chunks or large structural chips on the circular foot ring.Surface Markings: The hand-painted blue artist signature remains crisp, clear, and perfectly legible.Body and GlazeGlaze Coverage: The painted tin-glaze looks bright and retains a strong glossy sheen across the primary decorative patterns.Minor Imperfections: There is a tiny, typical speck of exposed clay on the very bottom rim edge (visible in the second photo near the bottom right of the circle), which is common in hand-dipped pottery where tongs or fingers held the piece.Handles and Rim: No obvious fractures, structural breaks, or glued repairs are visible on the green double handles or upper orange rim. Key CharacteristicsStyle: Classical Mediterranean/Italian Renaissance Maiolica https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=c3R5bGUuRGVzaWdu Elements: Features bold, colorful arabesque scrolls, geometric borders, and stylised fleur-de-lis motifs in vibrant orange, deep cobalt blue, and rich yellow glazes.Structure: A footed, double-handled urn silhouette with curved, vibrant green handles. The signature on the bottom confirms that this piece was handcrafted by Montanari, a respected workshop located in Deruta, Italy. Authenticity: The hand-signed inscription "Montanari Deruta" verifies that the piece is not a mass-produced reproduction, but rather a unique, hand-painted work created using traditional Renaissance-inspired glazing techniques. Please review all photos as part of the description.