Deruta alzatina dish on stand, 18th century depicting Prudentia- 18th century

An 18th-century Italian alzatina, or crespina (dish on a raised stand), depicting the allegorical figure Prudentia. She is represented holding a snake and a mirror, the traditional attributes symbolizing wisdom, foresight, and self-knowledge.

This piece belongs to the tradition of Italian maiolica that continued to flourish in the 18th century, particularly in regional centers such as Faenza, Deruta, and Pesaro. The use of allegorical and moralizing imagery reflects the persistence of Renaissance humanist themes in later decorative ceramics.

Good condition: chipping and wear to the base and the rim.

• Width: 23 centimeters
• Height: 5 centimeters