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maiolica

American  
[muh-yol-i-kuh] / məˈjɒl ɪ kə /

noun

  1. majolica.


maiolica British  
/ məˈjɒlɪkə /

noun

  1. a variant of majolica

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Makers were initially inspired by Italian Renaissance maiolica and French Palissy ware, and the molded earthenware — made in England and the United States — was fanciful yet practical, whimsical yet drawn from nature.

From New York Times Sep. 27, 2021

And this is followed by a showcase of fancy Florentine homewares: marriage chests, maiolica jars and commemorative platters.

From New York Times Dec. 24, 2020

The nearly 40 pieces in bronze, terra cotta, marble, maiolica and on panel and paper come from 19 collections in Europe and the United States.

From New York Times Dec. 13, 2010

Although Santa Casa at Loreto is not strictly speaking a fabrique of maiolica, yet maiolica is actually made within the precincts of the sanctuary.

From The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods by Chaffers, William

This extensive manufactory was, however, principally for maiolica.

From The Collector's Handbook to Keramics of the Renaissance and Modern Periods by Chaffers, William

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