Nadia Allario
Ancient "Savona" Styles
Nadia Allario is a ceramic artist based in Noli, Liguria, recognized for her expertise in traditional Ligurian ceramics. She draws inspiration from the historic ceramic traditions of Savona and Albisola, particularly the Bianco Blu and Levantino styles. In her atelier, located in an ancient tower, Allario creates both classic and contemporary pieces, blending local heritage with her own creative vision.
The Bianco Blu style is a hallmark of Ligurian ceramic tradition, originating in the historic centers of Savona and Albisola during the 16th and 17th centuries. This style is instantly recognizable for its elegant white or pale blue maiolica, beautifully adorned with intricate cobalt blue motifs.
Levantino style flourished mainly in the 18th century and is named after the Levantino family of potters, who were prominent in the Savona and Albissola area during that period.
This style is known for its lively, sketch-like decorations, often featuring minuscule human figures, animals, and landscape elements such as farms, trees, the sea, and sailboats. Scenes are typically inspired by French etchings, especially those of Jacques Collot.
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Nadia's crafts
"Idria" maiolica vase
Idria‑shaped maiolica vase, adorned with traditional Ligurian Bianco Blu (white‑and‑blue) brushwork.
Crafted by Nadia Allario @Savona, a gem on Italy’s west coast, over 20 days of dedicated, loving work.
Savona, Italy’s pottery capital since the 17th century, is famed for its iconic white‑and‑blue ceramics that define the nation’s art and sculpture heritage.
Dimensions (approx.): 32 cm (width) x 43 cm (height). Dimensions are indicative, variations of approximately 10% to be expected due to hand craft artisanal process.
"Giara" maiolica vase
Giara-shaped majolica vase, decorated with brushstrokes featuring either traditional white and blue drawings from the Ligurian heritage or more colorful traditional "levantino" scenes.
Crafted by Nadia Allario @Savona, a gem on Italy’s west coast, over 20 days of dedicated, loving work.
Savona, Italy’s pottery capital since the 17th century, is famed for its iconic white‑and‑blue and "levantino" ceramics that define the nation’s art and sculpture heritage.
Dimensions (approx.): 27 cm (width) x 42 cm (height).
Dimensions are indicative, variations of approximately 10% to be expected due to hand craft artisanal process.
"Albarello" maiolica vase
Albarello-shaped majolica vase (used in past centuries to contain medicinal herbs or spices), decorated with brushstrokes featuring traditional white and blue (Bianco Blu) drawings from the Ligurian heritage (Antico Savona style).
Crafted by Nadia Allario @Savona, a gem on Italy’s west coast, over 20 days of dedicated, loving work.
Savona, Italy’s pottery capital since the 17th century, is famed for its iconic white‑and‑blue and "levantino" ceramics that define the nation’s art and sculpture heritage.
Dimensions (approx.): 16 cm (width) x 32 cm (height).
Dimensions are indicative, variations of approximately 10% to be expected due to hand craft artisanal process.