Antico Casale has the gift of making each of its pieces tell a story of passion, art, and tradition. This time, they present the APE Group collection, which embodies the essence of Italian Tuscany, reinterpreting the artisan tradition of Renaissance terracotta with a contemporary outlook.
The collection draws inspiration from the pottery of Montelupo Fiorentino, timeless beauties that link the past with the present. Surrounded by vineyards, the local ceramics become the perfect element to connect with nature. With every new size and design, this series invites us on a journey of sensations where history and the contemporary blend in perfect balance.
In this exploration of tradition and craftsmanship, the legacy of the Medici family is inescapable. This illustrious family, promoters of the Renaissance splendor, turned Florence into an artistic epicenter where creativity and tradition intertwined. Antico Casale captures this heritage, masterfully reinterpreting the art of terracotta to offer pieces that transcend time, merging the warmth of the handmade with the serenity of the contemporary.
With a rich variety of decorations and finishes, the collection is available in warm shades ranging from earth tones and beiges to graphite, and in sizes of 60×120 cm, 90×90 cm, 60×60 cm, and the innovative 120×120 cm. It also includes a 33×120 cm stair tread ideal for pools and outdoor spaces.
The collection’s artistic textures and designs reflect the soul of the Italian land. The meticulous finish faithfully reproduces the character of the original terracotta. The combination of bases in multiple sizes and decorations allows for playing with movement and endless combinations.
The decorated pieces, in the 120×120 cm and 60×60 cm sizes, evoke the beauty of glazes that emerge from within the clay, reinterpreting traditional Florentine ceramic designs. Their worn aesthetic suggests the passage of time, paying homage to art and history. The designs seem to spring from the surface itself, as if wear and tear revealed the material’s purest essence.
The collection continues to grow and evolve with new options that preserve its essence. With the addition of smaller sizes and special pieces under the Carmen brand, Antico Casale demonstrates its ability to adapt without losing its identity. Its modularity becomes a blank canvas for designers and architects seeking inspiration in history, without sacrificing the creativity and functionality of the present.
