Museo della Ceramica della Tuscia
About This Museum
Tucked away on a cobbloned street in the historic heart of Viterbo, a city famed for its medieval quarter, the Museo della Ceramica della Tuscia feels like a well-kept secret. It’s a place that hums with the quiet history of local craftsmanship, where the story of this region is told not in grand paintings, but through the earthy, glazed surfaces of everyday objects. You'll find everything from rustic cooking pots that once sat over open fires to ornate Renaissance pharmacy jars adorned with coats of arms. Each piece connects you directly to the hands that shaped it and the daily life of centuries past.
Collection Highlights
The collection truly shines with its display of 'zaffera a rilievo' ware—distinctive blue-and-white pottery from the 15th century that was Viterbo's signature style. Don't miss the massive 'orci', giant storage jars that speak to the practical needs of a household, or the delicate maiolica pieces showing off vibrant floral and figurative designs.
Visitor Information
It's an intimate museum, so you can easily soak it all in within an hour. While you're in the neighborhood, take a moment to wander through Viterbo's stunning Palazzo dei Papi, just a stone's throw away.
Architecture & Building
Housed within the elegant, stone-walled confines of a historic building that seamlessly blends with Viterbo's classic medieval and Renaissance streetscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Via Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour, Marta, Viterbo, Lazio, Italia
Phone: +39 0761 223674
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