Water or wine jug decorated with a citrus motif

The essence of a Mediterranean vessel, known for its captivating effect with every use. It brings joy and cheer to the table, surprising everyone when pouring drinks. Perfect for water and equally exceptional for wine.
Decoration: Zagara. A branch with flowers and orange blossom fruits on a colorful background.

Artefice Atelier is synonymous with the highest quality materials and handcrafted work.

The dual nature of a ceramic object is one of the most fascinating aspects of human activity worth exploring. Truly, success in balancing practical problems with individual expression presents a creative challenge for Artefice Atelier. The way it approaches this topic defines its perception quality and artistic creativity.
SIENA, OUR STRENGTH

Here, the power of volcanoes merges with a rich and fascinating history, inspiring culture, deep-rooted traditions, and a vibrant present. This unique place unleashes inspiration through its wild beauty, eruptions, and history that still echoes in its ancient ruins.
Thanks to its natural majesty and timeless cultural heritage, Siena offers endless fuel for creativity.
In fact, this island, with its breathtaking landscapes and rich culture, is the creative cradle of Artefice Atelier, from which it draws the essence of its works. Artistic artifacts shaped by master craftsmen contain the fiery energy of volcanoes and the depth of ancient Sicilian legends, giving each piece a unique soul.
TO CREATE

One of our strengths is continuous idea exchange with clients. Comparing their thoughts and needs is an essential and irreplaceable source of inspiration for creating new items.

Every piece is crafted with care and love, paying attention to detail; the working method is part of the brand’s identity, which they never betray. They prioritize constantly seeking new stimuli, original harmonies, broadening horizons through artistic expressions that are never banal and always experimental.

The brand also stands out for the quality of raw materials it works with, such as stoneware suitable for tableware. Every day, they work towards the main goal: to channel all creativity into serving others, fulfilling their desires through their artistic sensibility.

FROM THE EARTH TO MAJOLICA

Every work begins with a pencil sketch, translating the artist’s thoughts. This shapes the object, transforming imagination into reality. Skilled hands use clay and water to almost magically create desired shapes. After leaving the piece to dry for several days under special conditions, it reaches the so-called “skin hardness” and is ready for the first firing at around 1000°C.

Terracotta is then ready for decoration. This is a phase in the production process where the artist gives their all. Often, it’s about giving space for imagination and color.

The production process concludes with a second firing at about 920°C, which enhances the colors’ gloss and preserves the paints over centuries. Sometimes, a third firing is necessary for glossiness.
WITH ALL MY HEART

Dynamic, eclectic, based on artistic experiences, continuous pursuit of beauty, and planning that makes Made in Italy its strength and pride. It relies on the highest quality materials and highly skilled workers with refined craftsmanship.

An offering of equipment, style, and design for the modern home, presented through a profile mimicking various artistic expressions, where painting merges with different forms, expressed in unique objects—raw earth that can now become a vase, a lamp, a praying, dynamic sculpture.

The latest technologies, a desire to experiment, ongoing research, and our motivation are the factors behind the manufactory’s success.

 
DESIGN, QUALITY, AND ORIGINALITY

All our production is driven by the pursuit of style, in the name of elegance and good taste, where tradition and modernity, design and innovation combine to offer a product of excellence.
Every detail expresses great passion and exquisite craftsmanship: profound knowledge of raw materials, majolica processing, and a careful love for details. Tangible results of relentless pursuit of beauty and character, where design merges with the experience of the most meticulous craftsmanship.

Artefice Atelier, being a fortunate meeting of stylistic inspiration from the past and a continuous search for the most modern allure, interprets high creativity at the highest level—an encounter of art, design, and good taste—while the alchemy of colors combined with materials creates marks that generate avant-garde objects with a unique and unmistakable personality.