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Without a doubt, one of the most important
contributions as made to ceramics history
has been its gold irridescent production developed during
Arab times in Spain and reached its maximum splendor in the 15th
with blue decoration.
The 18th and 19th centuries were also very important in
ceramics history. The techniques of «golden refection» or
irridiscence were not abandoned but during this era polychromatic
colours were incorporated, in tiles productions in the 1.700's. In
the following century, the form pieces were notable for their
imaginative decoration in intense blues. (MCM pieces).
The European artistic renovation movement of the last
19th and early 20th century had a strong effect where in the
eclectic repertoire one can see the influences of Art Nouveau and
Art Deco. (MCM)
The long and rich history of ceramics has also
architectural repercussions which give a special character to the
urban landscape and give it an undeniable connection to its most
distinctive industrial activity.
The truth is that ceramics industry thrives due to the
jealously-guarded artistic techniques and the vital tile and
porcelain industry and its advanced technology.
The traditional ceramic style was redeveloped in the
20th century. Today it still covers the same broad range of styles
from the golden lustre typical of the 15th century to the vibrant
polychromatic colours of the 20th century.
Within the huge range ceramics, utilitarian pieces
since ancient times have occupied a special place. Nowadays,
garden pieces , kitchen tools and crockery for serving foods are
the most important and diverse styles.
Constant research allows to incorporate continuously
new designs, textures and glazes including the highly-valued glass
finishes.
A
pure style with distinctive detailing sets modern ceramics apart,
Casanova Ceramics offers a complete range of decorative and
utilitarian objects produced through advanced technology with the
most rigorous attention to tradition, experience, and research. It
is a good reason that Manises has come to be known throughout the
world as «Ceramics City».
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