Árgillarte 1551
Árgillarte’s ceramics stand out for their seamless fusion of history and artistry embodied in each piece. Meticulously shaped from red clay sourced in Italy's heart, they apply century-old colouring techniques that derive from the times when artists defined their own colours using stones and plant essences from nature. The iconic Castelli blue and vibrant orange hues, born from this exploration, have enchanted and been coveted by royal houses for centuries. Each creation is a one-of-a-kind art piece for the home.
Snezana's passion for ceramics led her to Castelli, Italy, introducing to her family’s history of owning workshops for generations and her father's work as an artist. Snezana fell in love with Castelli and became a regular visitor, studying new forms and colours of objects to be produced for her home and adding pieces to her private collection.
Over the past decade, Árgillarte has cultivated enduring partnerships with various workshops, collaborating with them to craft masterpieces. Our mission extends beyond creating unique products; it aims to provide crucial economic support to a village that still grapples with the aftermath of two devastating earthquakes in 2009 and 2016.
We are grateful for the village's political support who champion its artistic jewel: the local art school “Liceo Artistico per il Design”. By becoming one of the few rare schools in Italy, we aim to preserve tradition and integrate it into future endeavours. With the support of various foundations, we plan to expand enrolment, offering students enriching educational experiences within the village.
Árgillarte firmly believes that this village deserves protection on multiple political fronts and is actively working towards securing a UNESCO World Heritage designation for the village. Together, we strive to make a lasting impact on this unique community.
“I wanted to create beautiful, unique ceramics from Castelli,Italy that were accessible to everyone”