Fos Ceramiche

FOS Ceramiche is where timeless craftsmanship seamlessly converges with contemporary artistry, transforming porcelain into tactile poetry that transcends mere utility.

Nestled in Faenza, Italy, the historic epicenter of ceramic mastery since the Renaissance, FOS elevates ceramics from craft to sculptural expression. Every piece is born from an intimate dance between form and surface, where the subtle interplay of light and shadow animates the delicate textures of unglazed biscuit porcelain. This medium, prized for its soft matte finish and almost ethereal translucency, invites a tactile curiosity and a contemplative stillness that resonates deeply within the spaces it inhabits.

Founded in 1987 by visionary artisans Piero Mazzotti and Andri Ioannou, FOS began as a quiet rebellion against conventional ceramics, fusing rigorous tradition with fearless experimentation. Their early exploration across materials, ranging from stoneware to bronze, ultimately centered on biscuit porcelain’s pure, unglazed beauty, a choice that would define their signature aesthetic and set new standards in ceramic art.

At the heart of FOS Ceramiche lies an enduring dialogue with nature, a poetic engagement with the organic world that manifests through every curve, ridge, and surface detail. The studio draws inspiration from the intricate forms of marine fossils, delicate corals, and the fractured elegance of natural minerals, translating these elements into sculptural pieces that feel alive with history and movement.

Collections such as Fossilia reveal this deep reverence for natural texture and structure, where porcelain becomes a living archive of geological time and oceanic beauty.
This tactile dimension is enriched with unique hues, thanks to years of research on enameling with metal oxides. The alchemy of the elements, combined with the heat of the firing process, creates marbled and irreplicable effects on each piece, alternating between matte crystallizations and glossy, "liquid" surfaces. More than decorative artifacts, FOS’s creations are emotional touchstones, heirlooms that evoke the natural world’s silent grandeur and invite intimate reflection. Their vessels, vases, and centerpieces serve as focal points within both contemporary and classical interiors, enriching spaces with a quiet yet potent presence.