Relating to or characteristic of Faenza (ancient Faventia) in Italy, particularly referring to the distinctive earthenware or pottery produced there.
From the Latin name Faventia for the city of Faenza in Italy, with the suffix -ine (meaning 'relating to'). Faenza became famous during the Renaissance for its high-quality pottery and ceramic work, which became internationally known as 'faience.'
The fancy ceramic style 'faience' comes straight from this city—Faenza's potters became so famous that their name became the word for their entire art form. It's like how xerox became the verb for copying, or how champagne only comes from one region!
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