In Europe, in the 15th century, nearly all house wares and other household items made from pottery were made out of orange clay called Pygg Clay. This included the containers made to hold small items such as the coins that workers earned each day. The coins would remain in those “pygg jars” until they were needed, so that they wouldn’t be lost.
Interestingly, the name of the barnyard animal did not become “pygg...
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Arte Italica's Volterra looks radiant in the June issue of Traditional Home magazine!
Inspiration From Hawaii in the Obamas’ White House China
By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS
APRIL 27, 2015
WASHINGTON — Michelle Obama may be the first first lady whose nail polish matched her White House china service.
Mrs. Obama did not appear publicly on Monday when the White House previewed the new state china she has chosen, which will be used on Tuesday at a state dinner honoring Prime Minister Shinzo Abe ...
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Nothing says Traditionalist like Vista Alegre's classically chic blue and white Cozinha Velha collection.
Our Antik Cross features an intricately detailed floral border surrounding a tarnish free silver surface of mirror-like smoothness.
This handsome cross may be mounted on the wall, propped on a bookcase or mantle, or placed flat on a coffee table as a decorative accent.
At once traditional and contemporary, it may be engraved for a personalized and heartfelt gift.
If you are seeking unique wedding gifts, or presents for a christening, graduation, or first
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