Angela’s Pick
Who finds all this stuff, anyway?!
Meet Angela Pilloud—she’s the shopkeep who dreamed all this up. forever a forager and lover of the little things, Angela is always on the lookout for new finds, with an eye for the useful, the beautiful, and the well-made. From one visit to the next, you’re guaranteed to never be bored!
And now, without further ado... Angela’s pick of the moment.
North Charleston, South Carolina, USA
since 1997
Items we carry:
‘Medici’ petite pasta/soup bowls
‘Medici’ medium serving bowls
‘Medici’ pasta serving bowls
Arte Italica was founded by Ann Skidmore, whose love for Italian history, culture, and vintage pewter inspired her to import and design handcrafted pewter, ceramics, glass, and bronze. Arte Italica quickly became known for its timeless European tableware and décor, handcrafted by artisans using generations-old techniques.
In 2020, the story of Arte Italica entered a new chapter. Victoria Fanning, founder of Crown Linen Designs, acquired the company after being a devoted Arte collector for over 20 years.
Today, Arte Italica and Crown Linen share not only a passion for beautiful craftsmanship, but also a belief that relationships, among artisans, teams, and customers, matter most.
Handmade and hand-painted in Umbria, the ‘Medici’ collection features soft cream ceramics accented with the Medici’s iconic giglio (fleur-de-lis) and flowing vine motifs.