Orvieto Dinner Plate, Full Design - Set of 4

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This set of 4, green leaf pattern is featured on the Dinner Plate - Full Design, originating from Orvieto, circa … Read more This set of 4, green leaf pattern is featured on the Dinner Plate - Full Design, originating from Orvieto, circa the 12th century, displays the singing rooster. This rooster, introduced by Deruta ceramicists in the early 20th century, has become a familiar icon in Italian ceramics and Majolica pottery. This is a great Italian Gift for a loved one or to add to your own collection! Artisan Story

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Artisan FIMA created these pieces. This pattern from Biordi Art Imports is one of Italy’s oldest dinnerware designs; “il Buon Gallo,” of the Good Rooster, is known to bring good luck and prosperity to the home that keeps it! This style originated during the 13th century in Orvieto, a quaint and magical town on top of a volcanic plateau in Italy. In the Renaissance, Orvieto ceramics and Maiolica were often associated with green colorations. See less