Italian Architectural Street Scene Ceramic Art Tile

This rectangular ceramic tile features a vibrant, multi-colored low-relief scene of an Italian or European architectural facade. The piece utilizes a tube-lining or Cuerda Seca technique, where raised lines of black or dark glaze act as dividers between the various colored glazes, creating a stained-glass effect. The scene depicts a tall building with ochre and brown walls, featuring a prominent arched entrance leading into an interior courtyard with iron gates. A storefront with blue-trimmed windows is visible on the right, and a balcony with vines and a 'CINZANO' sign accentuates the left side. The color palette includes rich tones of gold, brown, cobalt blue, and emerald green, finished with a high-gloss vitreous glaze that reflects light significantly across the surface. The construction is a single thick ceramic slab, likely earthenware. The style is mid-to-late 20th century, reminiscent of tourist art produced in ceramic workshops in Italy or Spain. The condition appears excellent with no visible cracks, crazing, or chips on the front face, and the glaze remains highly lustrous. The craftsmanship is high-quality, showing precise control over the glaze placement and detailed architectural rendering.