A charming and collectible set of seven hand-painted Italian ceramic bowls by Caleca — each decorated with a bold black spiral / snail shell motif against a crisp white glazed ground. Stamped on the underside: Caleca Hand Painted Made in Italy with logo. Good overall condition. Estate fresh to market.

Caleca is an Italian ceramics manufacturer based in the Pesaro-Urbino region of Le Marche — one of Italy's most storied ceramic production centers, with a tradition stretching back centuries. Caleca's hand-painted tableware, produced from the mid-20th century onward, is collected for its graphic clarity, quality of glaze, and the handcrafted character that distinguishes it from mass-produced alternatives. The spiral / snail shell motif is one of their most recognized and collected pattern families.

Details:

• Maker: Caleca, Italy
• Quantity: Set of 7 bowls
• Decoration: Black spiral / snail shell motif on white ground
• Finish: Glazed
• Dimensions: 2.25"–2.5" H × 5.25"–7" diameter (slight variation across set)
• Markings: Caleca Hand Painted Made in Italy (stamped with logo)
• Style: Italian Studio Ceramics / Mid-Century Modern
• Origin: Italy

Condition:

Good overall condition with normal surface wear. Estate fresh to market.

• Source: MiddleMan Brokers, Sunrise, FL
• Auction Date: January 17, 2024
• Lot Number: 364

A complete, stamped set of seven — ready for daily use or display. Caleca spiral pieces are actively sought on Etsy, eBay, and by collectors of Italian ceramics and mid-century tableware.