Cafaggiolo

…patronage in the castle of Cafaggiolo, in Tuscany. The decoration of Cafaggiolo ware is mostly derived from other leading Italian factories, particularly Faenza; but its execution reveals individual, unique artistry. Characteristics of the ware are a rich and even white glaze, a deep red, and an intense lapis lazuli, which…

…concentrated in the castle of Caffagiolo, in Tuscany, and came under the patronage of the Medici family, whose arms appear frequently. A notable addition to the palette here was a bright red pigment, a most difficult colour to attain and one not often used.