Mixing the trend of modern shapes with the timeless artistry of hand-painted designs, this 8-inch square dessert plate offers a fresh update to your dinnerware collection. Its clean, contemporary silhouette sets the stage for a wide range of uses—perfect for serving desserts, appetizers, fruit, or even a light lunch. Each plate is individually shaped and hand-painted by skilled artisans, ensuring that every piece is one of a kind while celebrating the centuries-old tradition of Polish pottery. High-fired at extreme temperatures, the ceramic is exceptionally durable, built to withstand everyday use while preserving its vibrant colors and glossy finish for years to come. The smooth, double-glazed surface resists scratches, cleans easily, and is safe for the microwave, dishwasher, and freezer, making it as practical as it is beautiful. Ideal for mixing with both traditional and contemporary pieces, this square dessert plate adds versatility and modern flair to any table setting. A functional piece of art, it makes a thoughtful gift or a lasting addition to your collection. The Art of Polish Pottery, as we know it today, started as local folk-art centuries ago in the German province of Silesia. The first known pieces of “Bunzlauer” stoneware dating back to the 16th century were crafted by hand and decorated with a folk-art stamping technique using potatoes. Original designs were inspired by the peacock feather using the colors of cobalt blue, sage green and ferrous red. These designs and colors are still the inspiration for modern day patterns. Today, skilled Polish artists still individually handcraft, and hand decorate each piece using small sponges to stamp each pattern and color. After the process of mixing ingredients, molding the pottery, applying the decorations and glaze, the pottery is twice fired. This process makes the pottery extremely durable; it will not crack or chip easily, and it is perfect for use in the microwave, dishwasher, oven, and freezer. Along with our pottery, we have sourced a range of absolutely beautiful hand-blown glassware from Poland. Blue Rose Pottery is the best place to start or add to your Polish Pottery collection!
