Vintage Portuguese Strawberry Barbotine Plate with Strawberry Relief Border, 1960

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A delightful Portuguese barbotine plate celebrating one of nature’s most beloved fruits. Richly molded with lush strawberry leaves and sculptural … Read more A delightful Portuguese barbotine plate celebrating one of nature’s most beloved fruits. Richly molded with lush strawberry leaves and sculptural strawberries in soft shades of pink and green, this charming piece captures the joyful spirit of traditional majolica pottery and country-house tableware.
The beautifully textured border frames a crisp white center, creating an elegant contrast that highlights the detailed relief work. Decorative yet fully functional, it is equally at home displayed on a wall, incorporated into a plate collection, or used to bring a touch of rustic elegance to a summer table.
Featuring the highly sought-after strawberry motif, this piece embodies the whimsical charm that has made barbotine ceramics so enduringly popular among collectors and decorators. Its cheerful design brings warmth and character to kitchens, dining rooms, and cottage-inspired interiors alike.
Style: Rustic Country House
Period: circa 1960
Place of Origin: Portugal
Materials and Techniques: Glazed Earthenware, Molded and Hand-Painted Majolica
Condition: Very good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with use
Dimensions: 7.9 in diameter x 1 in H (20 cm diameter x 2.5 cm H)
Weight: 1.58 lbs (716 g) See less