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Majolica: meaning, definitions and examples

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majolica

 

[ mษ™หˆdส’ษ’lษชkษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ceramic art

Majolica is a type of pottery that is tin-glazed and typically features bright colors and intricate designs. Originating in the late 15th century, it is often associated with Italian craftsmanship and is characterized by its vibrant aesthetic and detailed imagery.

Synonyms

ceramic ware, tin-glazed pottery

Examples of usage

  • The majolica plates on display showcased stunning floral patterns.
  • She collected majolica vases from various European countries.
  • The artist painted picturesque landscapes on the majolica tiles.
  • They admired the majolica ceramic in the museum's collection.

Translations

Translations of the word "majolica" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น majรณlica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคœเฅ‹เคฒเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Majolika

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ majolica

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะดะตั€ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ majolica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใ‚ธใƒงใƒชใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท majolique

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mayรณlica

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท majolik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ์š”๋ฆฌ์นด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงูŠูˆู„ูŠูƒุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ majolika

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ majolica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌ็บฆๅˆฉๅก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ majolica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ majรณlรญka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะนะพะปะธะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mayolika

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mayรณlica

Word origin

The term 'majolica' is derived from the Spanish word 'mayรณlica', which refers to a type of pottery made on the island of Majorca. This style of pottery gained popularity in Europe during the Renaissance after techniques were brought from the Islamic world. In Italy, the practice flourished, particularly in the regions of Florence and the Veneto, where artisans developed their distinctive glazing techniques that resulted in richly colored and detailed ceramics. Over time, majolica became synonymous with the decorative pottery produced in Italy, often characterized by scenes from mythology, rural life, and nature. The influence of majolica can also be seen in various art movements, as its vivid colors and designs inspired numerous artists and craftsmen across Europe.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,960 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.