Ceramica Pinto Vietri Hand-Painted Ceramic Jug
US$182
Color Theory: Blue and White
The combination of blue and white is a tale as old as time in the design world. Here, we take a look at some of its many guises, proving that its reach extends far beyond a mise-en-scène of chinoiserie and delftware.
It’s All Greek
Everything about Greece basks in the glow of blue and white: the national flag, the architecture, even the landmarks—from Mykonos’ windmills to Santorini’s cupolas. For some Balkan bliss of your own, look to soothing ceramics, rustic linens and mythical embroidery.
F&M Ballarin Acquamarina Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumblers (Set of 6)
US$440
F&M Ballarin Acquamarina Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumblers (Set of 6)
US$440
Anut Cairo Cosmic Hand-Embroidered Linen Rectangular Tablecloth (118in/3m)
US$725
Anut Cairo Cosmic Hand-Embroidered Linen Rectangular Tablecloth (118in/3m)
US$725
Molecot Mallorca Porcelain Dinner Plates – 10in/26cm (Set of 4)
US$470
Molecot Mallorca Porcelain Dinner Plates – 10in/26cm (Set of 4)
US$470
Green Wolf Lighting by Solange Azagury-Partridge Cloud Hand-Blown Murano Glass Portable Table Light
US$650
Green Wolf Lighting by Solange Azagury-Partridge Cloud Hand-Blown Murano Glass Portable Table Light
US$650
Saved NY Constellation Cashmere King-Size Bedspread
US$4,605
Saved NY Constellation Cashmere King-Size Bedspread
US$4,605
Gregory Parkinson Nighttime Array Block-Printed Cotton Napkins (Set of 6)
US$250
Gregory Parkinson Nighttime Array Block-Printed Cotton Napkins (Set of 6)
US$250
Pottery & Poetry Hand-Glazed Porcelain Pasta Plates – 10in/26cm (Set of 4)
US$275
Pottery & Poetry Hand-Glazed Porcelain Pasta Plates – 10in/26cm (Set of 4)
US$275
Casarialto Fishtail Hand-Blown Murano Glass Water Jug
US$290
Casarialto Fishtail Hand-Blown Murano Glass Water Jug
US$290
Objet Luxe Octopus Silver-Plated and Shell Fruit Bowl
US$3,105
Objet Luxe Octopus Silver-Plated and Shell Fruit Bowl
US$3,105
Oeuvres Sensibles Supper Hand-Embroidered Linen Table Runner (98.5in/2.5m)
US$800
Oeuvres Sensibles Supper Hand-Embroidered Linen Table Runner (98.5in/2.5m)
US$800
Linley Card Shark Wood Playing Cards
US$315
Aptware Marbled Ceramic Oval Serving Dish
US$450
Pinto Lagon Porcelain Coffee Cup and Saucer
US$205
Artel Frutti di Mare Hand-Engraved Crystal Tall Tumblers – 13.5oz/400ml (Set of 6)
US$730
Artel Frutti di Mare Hand-Engraved Crystal Tall Tumblers – 13.5oz/400ml (Set of 6)
US$730
Casa Adams European Lobster Hand-Painted Porcelain Serving Platter
US$515
Casa Adams European Lobster Hand-Painted Porcelain Serving Platter
US$515
Los Encajeros Granada Embroidered Linen Placemats (Set of 4)
US$475
Los Encajeros Granada Embroidered Linen Placemats (Set of 4)
US$475
Klein’s New Blue
French artist Yves Klein tapped into the mid-century embrace of blue by adding a new pantone to the colour wheel: International Klein Blue, a pure shade of ultramarine featured in his Anthropométries series, among others. Temper the lively hue at home with soft, abstract shapes.
Lobmeyr Neo Enamel Hand-Painted Crystal Tumbler
US$220
Lobmeyr Neo Enamel Hand-Painted Crystal Tumbler
US$220
Yali Glass Fiori Uovo Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase (10.5in/27cm)
US$1,580
Yali Glass Fiori Uovo Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vase (10.5in/27cm)
US$1,580
La Gallina Matta Shells Embroidered Linen Napkins (Set of 4)
US$132
La Gallina Matta Shells Embroidered Linen Napkins (Set of 4)
US$132
Noble Macmillan Leather Playing Cards Set
US$166
Giberto Heart Hand-Blown Murano Glass Paperweight
US$625
Giobagnara x Poltrona Frau Leather, Maple and Walnut Rackets with Ball
US$960
Giobagnara x Poltrona Frau Leather, Maple and Walnut Rackets with Ball
US$960
Cristallerie De Montbronn Man Cut Crystal Ashtray
US$355
Carlo Moretti Bora Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumbler (15oz/440ml)
US$140
Carlo Moretti Bora Hand-Blown Murano Glass Tumbler (15oz/440ml)
US$140
Yali Glass Kasa Hand-Blown Murano Glass Vide Poche
US$795
Suzusan Shibori Waffle Linen Throw (87in/2.2m)
US$900
Tensira Indigo Hand-Dyed Cotton Napkins (Set of 4)
US$122
Tensira Indigo Hand-Dyed Cotton Napkins (Set of 4)
US$122
Suzusan Shibori Cashmere Cushion (23.5in/60cm)
US$795
Suzusan Shibori Cashmere Throw (79in/2m)
US$2,200
Suzusan Shibori Waffle Linen Throw (87in/2.2m)
US$900
The Elder Statesman Hot-Dye Cashmere Cushion (19.5in/50cm)
US$1,700
The Elder Statesman Hot-Dye Cashmere Cushion (19.5in/50cm)
US$1,700
Dye Happy
Of all ancient practices, tie-dye is one of the highest forms of textile expression. Perhaps the most notable interpretation is Japan’s shibori, where natural indigo dye is applied onto white cotton to create vibrant results. Incorporate it with lavish linens true to the classic color pairing.
Aptware Marbled Ceramic Footed Serving Bowl
US$425
Antique and Vintage 1980s Allain Guillot Glass Paperweight
US$220
Giobagnara x Poltrona Frau Braided Leather Jump Rope
US$805
Loretta Caponi Foliage Hand-Embroidered Cotton Towel Collection
US$136
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Este Ceramiche Fish and Lemon Hand-Painted Ceramic Trompe-L'oeil Serving Dish
US$400
Lora Avedian Ode to Echinacea Hand-Embroidered Linen Cushion (19.5in/50cm)
US$490
Azul Patagonia Hand-Painted Ceramic Egg Holder
US$194
Zodiac London Cut Crystal Lidded Jar
US$640
Los Encajeros Valver Embroidered Linen Placemats (Set of 4)
US$465
Hector Saxe Leather Dominoes Set
US$470