Baroque Italian compotiere with angels - Bruno Costenaro

Exceptional creativity in ceramic design and an exclusive approach to the handcrafted finishing of every single product is the hallmark of the Italian brand Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro. Each item labeled "B.C." is meticulously produced following all the necessary steps to achieve a perfect product, shaped and finished to high quality. Every piece is modeled according to instructions personally dictated by Bruno Costenaro, reflecting his taste, the taste of his clients, and market trends. After the first model is produced, molds are made for the production of final products. This begins the long-term process of creating this wonderful ceramic. 

It all started when Bruno Costenaro, born in Bassano in 1940, began learning the secrets of ceramics. He was thirteen at the time and worked in companies in Marostica and Cassola. At the age of twenty, he decided to create exclusive Italian ceramics, first with two partners in the town of Vallonara, and then independently in the town of 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, and after many setbacks, he built a workshop adjacent to his home, where he still works today. This shows that family-run manufactories are thriving and creating true luxury. The strength of the manufactory was remarkable, thanks to the level of creativity, innovation, their 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 taught the trade: among them his children, who continue the business. 

On March 26, 2000, Bruno Costenaro received the honorary title of master craftsman of the province of Vicenza; in tribute to exemplary conduct both personally and professionally, distinguished by his commitment to work and generosity in passing on techniques and values to subsequent generations. To this day, the company Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro has had the advantage of being one of the most prestigious ceramic factories in the area, always looking to the future, conducting research to satisfy its customers, providing them with high-quality ceramic products. 

What is the process of creating this luxurious ceramic like? 

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

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

Thanks to this modern packaging method, there is never a problem with damaged goods or destroyed elements. However, all cardboard boxes are included in a euro pallet (width 80 cm x depth 120 cm), making the goods safer and eliminating the issue of missing items. Upon the product's arrival, the client can attest to the quality of the received product, having purchased an item from Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro. 

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

Upon your request, the Luxury Products Team will complete the entire ceramic collection. We also provide interior visualizations with Ceramiche Bruno Costenaro products.