Galleria Marca Corona: Three Centuries of Ceramic History in Sassuolo

The Galleria Marca Corona, located in Sassuolo, features more than 250 items, such as artifacts, documents, and photographs that illustrate the history of ceramics from 1741 to the present. Established in 1741 by local bourgeoisie as "Fabrica della Majolica," it was later taken over by Giovanni Maria Dallari, who obtained exclusive rights from the Duke of Este. Under the guidance of his son and artists like Pietro Lei and Leopoldo Finck, the factory set a standard for quality. After various ownership changes due to economic challenges, Count Giovanni Francesco Ferrari Moreni revitalized it. The Rubbiani family enhanced production methods, introducing dry pressing, while Matteo Olivari expanded the product range in the 20th century. In 1935, the Società Anonima Ceramiche Marca Corona was established, and the gallery now champions contemporary artists and nurtures emerging talent.