Vintage Siena Italy Pottery Faience Palio Contrada Ceramic Pitcher Aquila Eagle  It is hand painted with rich, vibrant colors and with the banner of the Aquila contrada.  Excellent condition -- no damage or repairs. 6.5" tall; about 40 oz.  Signed on bottom: Siena. The 'Palio di Siena' is a tournament which replicates a medieval horse race which is run twice year, during the summer season, in the city of Siena, located in the beautiful Tuscany region.  The race takes its name 'Palio' from the Italian word which means 'banner'. The richly decorated Palio Banner is the prize given to the winning 'Contrada' (District) of the race. There are 17 of the Palio's 'Contrada' that compete against each other twice a year in the months of July and August and each one has a distinctive Insignia.  Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favorites list!  Enjoy bidding! All packages are insured for your protection and mine. The price of insurance is included in the shipping fee. Use the FREE Counters 1 million sellers do - Andale!