Late 20th-Century Portuguese-Inspired Talavera Earthenware Decorative Plate

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Excellent Pre-Owned Condition.

Note: Plate stand is not included.

Whimsical decorative earthenware plate influenced by the look-and-feel of Old-World Portuguese … Read more Excellent Pre-Owned Condition.

Note: Plate stand is not included.

Whimsical decorative earthenware plate influenced by the look-and-feel of Old-World Portuguese and Spanish Talavera. The enchanting Folk Art resting doe motif, set in the center of the plate, is surrounded by a timeless floral and vine pattern hand painted in an eye-catching pink and crisp white color combination. This beauty measures 12½” x 12½” x 1¼” W/D/H; weight 2 lbs.; handcrafted from highly glazed earthenware. In excellent condition with three firing "dots" on the underside that result from the release of a pottery piece from inside the kiln. As with anything handcrafted and hand painted, pottery marks and color variances are inherent and add to the charm and uniqueness of this beauty. Makers signature with limited edition series number on the underside. Country of origin is indiscernible but its look-and-feel leads us to believe it was handcrafted in Italy or Portugal. Note: Plate stand is not included.

For a collector of eclectic decorative earthenware plates, this colorful beauty will complement most any design style and should be a must have!

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