Vintage Bordallo Pinheiro Portugal Cauliflower Soup Tureen,Lid, Ladle

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A true masterpiece of whimsical Portuguese majolica! This stunning **large cauliflower soup tureen set from Bordallo Pinheiro is sculpted with … Read more A true masterpiece of whimsical Portuguese majolica! This stunning **large cauliflower soup tureen set from Bordallo Pinheiro is sculpted with breathtaking realism — every floret, leaf, and stem is hand-formed and painted to look like a freshly picked white cauliflower straight from the garden.

**Complete 3-piece set includes:**
- Oversized tureen with perfectly fitted lid (the lid is topped with curled cauliflower leaves that double as a handle)
- Original matching cauliflower-form ladle (the handle is a leafy green stem)
- All pieces in the iconic crisp white with soft green accents

**Measurements:**
- Tureen: approximately 12.5 inches wide (including handles)
- Capacity: generous 4–5 quarts – perfect for serving soups, stews, or even as a dramatic punch bowl
- Ladle: approx. 11 inches long

**Marks:** Classic impressed Bordallo Pinheiro Portugal mark on the bottom of the tureen and ladle.

**Condition:** Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The white glaze is bright and clean, with only the lightest signs of gentle use and the expected natural crazing that comes with age on these pieces. The ladle is in equally beautiful shape — this complete set is increasingly hard to find.

This is the holy grail for Bordallo collectors and anyone who loves playful yet elegant tableware.

Perfect as a statement centerpiece, for serving at special dinners, or displayed year-round in a kitchen or dining room. It brings instant charm and conversation to any home.

Smoke-free home. Will be extremely carefully packed (double-boxed) with
Don’t let this rare complete cauliflower tureen set slip away — they almost never appear with the original ladle included! See less