A beautiful decorative flower pot made of Italian clay - Fornace Masini

La Conca Ornata with Shields is a terracotta flowerpot suitable for garden or terrace decoration.

This terracotta vase from Impruneta is handcrafted by our artisans and decorated with royal coats of arms surrounded by elegant festoons of fruits and flowers.

It is suitable for storing all kinds of flowers, plants, or shrubs. The good breathability of terracotta combined with thermal insulation and minimal moisture release from watering keeps the roots and plants in excellent health.

The heraldic sink, besides its function as a planter, is a valuable piece of furniture that adds beauty and elegance to any setting.

Like all other terracotta products from the Masini Terrecotte Artistiche series, it is weather-resistant down to -25 °C.

Available in two sizes.

The size and color of the vase, as indicated above, may vary slightly due to the handcrafted nature of the product, making each piece unique in the world.

Very high-quality clay and ancient terracotta craftsmanship techniques are synonymous with Fornace Masini. Their kiln has been operating since 1938, making it one of the oldest in the area. Since then, from generation to generation, Masini has been committed to offering and guaranteeing products that combine beauty and craftsmanship with functionality and durability. Each artifact is a unique work of functional art.

There are many terracotta processing techniques, each with its own secrets, history, and artisans. The brand crafts clay using ancient traditional methods. In the kiln, water, air, fire, and earth blend and envelop each other, creating unique objects of extraordinary beauty.

The entire range of “MASINI” vessels is perfect for interior decoration, but due to the natural closeness of the material to the environment and colors of nature, they are most happily used in garden furniture. Our products are recognizable by the brand that guarantees the highest quality of each item, where the unmistakable touch of craftsmanship and the vitality of tradition are clearly visible.

Impruneta terracotta has been used in some of Florence’s most important buildings, such as the Santo Spirito church, Sant'Ambrogio, the apartments of the Grand Duke at Palazzo Vecchio, the Santissima Annunziata monastery, Santa Trinita, and the Santa Maria Nuova and Innocenti hospitals. The entire “Fornace Masini” product range is resistant to extreme temperatures from –20 °C to desert heat. This feature is due to the highly valued clay mined in the Impruneta area, a town near Florence, between the valleys of the Ema and Greve streams. The extraction area is very limited—about 200 km—making the material’s value extraordinary.

Precautions to keep products in perfect condition for a long time

1. Use small wooden or terracotta supports to keep the planter elevated and ensure the drainage hole is not blocked;

2. Make sure water does not stagnate in containers used as cachepots or plant holders;

3. Empty and possibly invert “saucers” or containers that collect water when temperatures approach 0 °C;

4. Wall and garden fountains should be emptied during cold seasons to prevent cracks or breaks caused by water freezing and expanding;

5. Do not move or lift pots when frozen and adhered to the ground, and do not use hot water to detach them—if necessary, use salt.

6. Prevent prolonged snow coverage on products, as it may cause damage.

The color of each product is unique and differs from all others. This is due to the chemical and physical components of Impruneta clay, which appear during firing, sometimes dominating over others.

The most notable chemical component is iron oxide, which gives the fired product its characteristic red hue.

Since 2005, the company has been a founding member of the Impruneta Historical and Artistic Stove Association, which is committed to promoting quality and culture. It is recognized by its brand, which guarantees the highest standard of each piece that can be distinctly attributed to the irreplaceable touch of the craftsman and the vibrant strength of tradition. Manufacturer information