Il Museo della Ceramica since 1992 has been housed in Palazzo Sturm, a splendid eighteenth-century residence that welcomes visitors with an Ionic pronaos and an honor hall frescoed in 1765 by the Veronese Giorgio Anselmi. The dense stucco decoration adorning some rooms constitutes one of the most significant Rococo decorations in Veneto. The collection of maiolica, porcelain, and earthenware consisting of about 1200 pieces is displayed chronologically: it starts from the oldest fragments of medieval ceramics to the maiolica of the Manardi family (17th-18th century); the most substantial testimony is represented by the production of the Antonibon family (18th-19th century). The large veranda offers an appropriate setting for the eclectic-style earthenware, while the old kitchen displays popular plates, and the lower floor collects works by internationally renowned artists. The Museum was expanded in 2010 thanks to the precious bequest of ceramic artifacts from Marquis Roi.
Information about the Ceramics Museum of Bassano del Grappa
Via Schiavonetti, 7
36061 Bassano del Grappa (Vicenza)
0424522235
info@museobassano.it
https://www.museobassano.it
Source: MIBACT
