<p>In "Maiolica," C. Drury E. Fortnum presents a comprehensive treatise on the ancient art of tin-glazed pottery, known as maiolica, that flourished during the Renaissance in Italy. Fortnum's meticulous scholarship is evident in his detailed examination of the techniques, motifs, and cultural significance of maiolica ware, blending historical narrative with vivid descriptions of the ceramics. His literary style is marked by clarity and precision,...