Bring a touch of Old World charm to your table with this delightful small cheese lady, a classic piece of Polish artistry. Standing 5 inches tall with a coordinating 5.5-inch diameter plate, she’s the perfect size for serving butter, cheese, or even sliced lemons for your tea. Each piece is handmade and hand-painted by skilled artisans, ensuring that no two are exactly alike. The vibrant patterns and intricate detailing celebrate a long tradition of craftsmanship, while the playful design adds a touch of character and warmth to any occasion. Crafted from durable, high-fired stoneware and finished with a double glaze, this cheese lady is built to last and resists chips, scratches, and everyday wear. Dishwasher, microwave, freezer, and oven safe, she offers modern convenience along with timeless beauty. Whether used daily at breakfast or saved for special occasions, this small but striking piece doubles as both functional serveware and a charming decorative accent. A wonderful addition to any collection, she also makes a thoughtful gift that will be treasured for years. 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!