Italian garden sink made of clay with a splash guard - 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 delivered in two parts.

Lavabo 48x26x19H basin.

Splash guard 45x33x2 cm. The 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, down to -25 °C.

Dimensions and color of the sink, as shown above, may vary slightly due to the handcrafted nature of the product, making each piece unique in the world.

Products are also sold separately.


High-quality clay and ancient terracotta-making techniques are synonymous with Fornace Masini craftsmanship. 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. 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 creates clay objects 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 proximity of the material to the environment and natural colors, they are 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 Santo Spirito Church, Sant'Ambrogio, the Grand Duke’s apartments at Palazzo Vecchio, 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 uniqueness comes from highly valued clay mined in the Impruneta area, near Florence, between the valleys of the Ema and Greve streams. The mining 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 drain hole is not blocked;

2. Make sure water does not stagnate in pots 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 breakage 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 accumulation on products, as it may cause damage.

Each product’s coloration 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 for each piece, clearly reflecting the artisan’s touch and the vibrant tradition behind it.