A beautiful, classically decorated Italian compote - Bruno Costenaro

Fascinating creativity in ceramic design and an elite approach to handcrafted finishing of every piece is the hallmark of the Italian company Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro. Each item bearing the “B.C.” label is meticulously produced following all necessary steps to achieve an ideal product, shaped and finished to high standards. Every element is modeled according to instructions personally dictated by Bruno Costenaro, reflecting his taste and the preferences of his clients, as well as market trends. After the first model is produced, molds are made for the production of final products. This begins a time-consuming process of creating this wonderful ceramic. 

It all started when Bruno Costenaro, born in Bassano in 1940, began to learn the secrets of ceramics. He was just thirteen years old and worked in companies in Marostica and Cassola. By the age of twenty, he decided to create elite ceramics from Italy, initially with two partners in Vallonara, and later independently in Pianezze. 

Over the years, demand for his products grew, and the company moved to Molvena. Initially, small-scale production took place in the basement of his new residence, but after many setbacks, he built a workshop adjacent to his home, where he still works today. This demonstrates that family-run manufactories thrive and create true luxury. The strength of the manufactory was extraordinary, thanks to their level of creativity, innovation, interest in export, and the company’s ability to overcome crises in this business sector, providing employment over the years to about seventy collaborators, whom Costenaro trained in trade: among them his children, who continue the business. 

On March 26, 2000, Bruno Costenaro received the honorary title of master craftsman of the Vicenza province; as a tribute to his exemplary conduct, he distinguished himself both personally and professionally, with dedication to work and generosity in passing on techniques and values to future generations. To this day, Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro remains one of the most prestigious ceramic factories in the area, always looking ahead, conducting research to satisfy their clients, and delivering high-quality ceramic products. 

What does the process of creating this stylish ceramic look like? 

Each piece of ceramic from the mold is then hand-finished. It is glazed using the “a bagno” method (dipping), according to the colors chosen by the customer (for example: white, black, ruby red, cobalt blue, emerald green), and then fired at a temperature of 1020°C.

At this temperature, the glaze makes each item resistant and transparent. Finally, every element is entirely hand-finished, thanks to the skills of Italian decorators, who achieve refined details in gold and platinum. Fired at temperatures of 600-700°C, the final product is delicate in craftsmanship and carefully finished in every detail. After polishing, each piece is marked, and a factory quality certificate is placed in a small package. Items are packed into cardboard boxes using a modern packing machine that creates soft cushions wrapping the delicate articles.  

Thanks to this modern packing method, there are never issues with damaged goods or broken items. However, all cardboard boxes are placed on a euro pallet (dimensions 80 cm x 120 cm), ensuring safer transport and preventing missing items. Upon receipt, the customer can attest to the quality of the product received, having purchased an item from Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro.  

Today, the company has expanded to include: gifts, complete series consisting of centerpieces, baskets, vases, picture frames, ashtrays, plates, lamps, columns, cachepots, mirrors, panels, candleholders, clocks, tables, and swans. 

At your request, the Luxury Products Team will assemble a complete ceramic collection. We also offer interior visualization with Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro products.