Decorative washbasin with splash guard made in antique style - Fornace Masini

Terra cotta sink suitable for outdoor use, e.g., in gardens or on terraces.

This Lavabo terracotta sink is handcrafted by our artisans and is delivered in two parts.

Lavabo sink 70x37x22H . 

Splash guard 70x50x3H. A small terracotta panel is a simple smooth decorative panel with a single rose as decoration, with space inside for a faucet.

It is a valuable piece of furniture that adds beauty and elegance to your garden.

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

The dimensions and color of the sink, as shown above, may vary slightly due to the complete craftsmanship of each product, making it unique in the world.

Products are also sold separately. The incredible quality of the clay and ancient terracotta 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 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” ware is perfect for interior decoration, but due to the natural proximity of the material to the surroundings and colors of nature, it finds its best application in garden furniture. Our products are recognizable by the brand, which guarantees the highest quality of each item, where the artisan’s touch and the vitality of tradition are clearly visible.

Terracotta imprints have been used in the most important Florentine buildings, such as Santo Spirito, Sant'Ambrogio, the apartments of the Grand Duke at Palazzo Vecchio, the Santissima Annunziata monastery, Santa Trinita, and hospitals Santa Maria Nuova and Innocenti. The entire “Fornace Masini” product range is resistant to extreme temperatures from –20 °C to desert heat. This uniqueness comes from 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 drain hole is not blocked;

2. Make sure water does not stagnate in 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 the Impruneta clay, which appear during firing, sometimes dominating one color, sometimes another.

Among the most distinctive chemical components is iron oxide, which gives the fired product its characteristic red hue.

Since 2005, the company has been a founding member of the Impruneta Historic and Artistic Kilns Association, which promotes quality and culture and is recognized by the brand that guarantees the highest standards of each object, clearly reflecting the artisan’s touch and the vibrant strength of tradition.