Bellezza Home Blog

Italian majolica planters make a beautiful home to a wide variety of plants, with their brilliant finishing glazes retaining soil moisture and resisting fade.

Held semiannually, the Palio di Siena bareback horse races are a source of identity, tradition, and inspiration for the citizens of Siena, Italy’s contrade (districts). 

In terms of lasting influence and continued relevance, few towns can rival Deruta in its contribution to the majolica art form. Learn more about Deruta pottery in this month’s blog.

For centuries, the Italian ceramic rooster pitcher has promised good fortune, protection, and prosperity in the home. But where did this symbolism originate?