Exclusive clay fountain with a bas-relief of a woman - Fornace Masini

Fontana with Ancella is a wall fountain suitable for outdoor placement, such as in gardens or parks.

This terracotta fountain by Impruneta is handcrafted by our artisans.

Inspired by classical Roman architecture, this fountain depicts a servant carrying an amphora from which water flows, exuding the elegant and graceful style characteristic of the art and taste of the classical era.

In perfect Roman style, this fountain fits seamlessly into any environment, creating a valuable piece that adds beauty and elegance to your garden.

Like all other products in the Masini Terrecotte Artistiche series, it is weather-resistant, capable of withstanding temperatures down to -25 °C.

The size and color of the fountain, as shown above, may vary slightly due to the handcrafted nature of each piece, making each one unique in the world. It is one of the most popular wall fountains from the entire artistic terracotta range by Fornace Masini.

High-quality clay and ancient terracotta techniques are synonymous with the Fornace Masini brand. Their kiln has been operating since 1938, making it one of the oldest in the area. Since then, generation after generation, Masini has committed to offering and guaranteeing products that combine beauty and craftsmanship with functionality and durability. Every 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 embrace, 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 surroundings and colors of nature, it is most happily used 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.

Impruneta terracotta has been used in major Florentine 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 hospitals like Santa Maria Nuova and Innocenti. The entire “Fornace Masini” product range is resistant to extreme temperatures from –20 °C to desert heat. This durability 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 excellent condition for a long time

1. Use small wooden or terracotta supports to keep the pot 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 vessels 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 freezing water expanding;

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

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

The coloration 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 over others.

Among the most distinctive chemical components is iron oxide, which imparts the characteristic red color to the fired product.