This rare and highly collectible Italian ceramic serveware set was hand-painted by Giovanni DeSimone, one of Italy’s most celebrated mid-century ceramic artists. Produced in Italy and bearing the hand-signed “DeSimone Italy” mark, these pieces exemplify DeSimone’s iconic whimsical forms, bold colors, and expressive figural motifs inspired by Mediterranean folk art.

The set includes two pitchers of differing sizes, each featuring sculptural silhouettes and vibrant hand-applied decoration. DeSimone ceramics are prized for their individuality—no two pieces are exactly alike—and are widely collected by enthusiasts of Italian modernism, Bitossi-era design, and mid-century decorative arts.

These pitchers function beautifully as decorative art objects or statement serveware and display exceptionally well together as a matched DeSimone grouping.

Dimensions

• Large pitcher – H:11in

• Smaller pitcher – H:8in

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Condition Report

Overall very good vintage condition. Both pitchers show minor surface wear consistent with age and hand-crafted production. No visible cracks, repairs, or structural damage noted. Glaze colors remain vibrant and well preserved. Signed on underside as shown.