Vintage Italian Studio Pottery ‘Café’ Jug

A joyful vintage Italian studio pottery jug, hand-painted with the word Café in bold cobalt blue lettering, accented with soft yellow and rhythmic blue striping. Brimming with character, this piece feels rooted in café culture and everyday ritual - the kind of jug that would once have lived on a counter, always in use.

Thrown in terracotta clay and finished with a creamy white glaze, the jug has a pleasing, rounded form and a gently pinched pouring lip. The hand-painted decoration is lively and imperfect in all the right ways, with brushstrokes and small variations that speak to its handmade origins. The palette is classic and timeless, evoking sun-warmed kitchens and espresso-scented mornings.

Equally at home used as a milk or coffee jug, a utensil holder, or simply displayed on an open shelf, it’s a piece that brings warmth and story into the home. The underside bears the maker’s mark, adding another quiet layer of authenticity.

Dimensions;
Height: 12cm
Top length: 9.5cm x width: 9.5cm
Base diameter: 6.5cm