Large Vintage Majolica Magnolia Serving Platter Hartman Studios of Los Angeles, California

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Large Majolica Platter Hartman Studios of Los Angeles, California

Measures 15.75” Round x .75”tall. It retains its original Hartman Studio … Read more Large Majolica Platter Hartman Studios of Los Angeles, California

Measures 15.75” Round x .75”tall. It retains its original Hartman Studio tag.

This hand-painted serving platter was produced by Hartman Studios, a mid-century California pottery studio located in Los Angeles.
These pieces date to the 1940s through the 1950s.Style: It is often referred to as "California Majolica" or "California Pottery". It features the characteristic heavy glaze and relief-like hand-painted floral designs—in this case, a Magnolia blossom—popular during that period.
Authenticity is verified by the original sticker on the back with CALIFORNIA MAJOLIC Hand Painted by HARTMAN STUDIOS, INC. LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA

Hand-painted underglaze on earthenware with a distinctive "crackle" glaze finish visible in the background. Hartman Studios is part of a larger movement of small Los Angeles-based studios that flourished after WWII, including famous names like Bauer or Metlox. It's floral designs are highly recognizable to collectors of vintage California pottery.

Very good condition - only a minor glaze chip- see last photo


Please note the separate listing for the matching large bowl. See less