Hidden away near the Pantheon in Rome’s busy Piazza di Pietra is a fantastic Slow Life shop, a true treasure trove for authentic, handmade Italian ceramics.
Founded in 1890 by the De Sanctis family, the shop offers a small but diverse selection of handmade ceramics from all over Italy, including both traditional and modern pieces, such as the whimsical work of the popular Sicilian ceramicist De Simone (pictured).
Known as one of the greatest Italian ceramic artists, De Simone has created durable ceramics for many decades, marrying style and elegance with the decor of the rustic landscapes of Sicily.
The double baking method for creating permanent imprints on ceramics and the famous De Simone red color (awarded several international prizes and recognitions) ensure that these masterpieces will last a lifetime, while preserving their natural, unleaded colours.
The shop also stocks traditional Sicilian Caltagirone (meaning ‘pottery rock’) ceramics, which are manufactured using 4000 year-old techniques and embody a fusion between Roman, Greek, Spanish and Arab traditions.
