Ragnatela Optical Black/White/Red Vase

A splendid decorative function identifies this precious majolica vase, distinguished by an enthralling, white-glazed geometric pattern reminiscent of a spider web and emerging from a black backdrop. White detailing also accents the rims of the dramatically narrow and elongated neck, revealing the piece's purely decorative purpose. The bottom half of the vase is glazed in red for a bright chromatic twist.