In 1884 Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro began his ceramics production at the Fábrica de Faianças in Caldas, revealing pieces of great technical, artistic and creative quality, developing table centerpieces, vase busts, pitchers, plates, perfume bottles, vases and deals many more pieces.
At the factory, hundreds of ceramic models of unparalleled creativity were created, based on local traditions particularly Caldas' pottery, adopting the fauna and flora as decorative inspiration. The ceramic production here became well known, especially for its artistic quality, both at a national and international level.
You can read more about Bordallo Pinheiro's history, here:
https://international.bordallopinheiro.com/bordallo-pinheiro
The Cabbage pattern, likely the most well-known and highly coveted by collectors, was introduced in the 1990s. Whilst originally produced in green, limited edition colours such as pink, honey gold and blue were produced in shorter runs and as such, are sought after today.
THIS LISTING:
Pattern: Vine, in Blue
Model: 12" Large Round Serving Platter
Dimensions: 31cm diameter
Condition:Great to excellent condition, with the only bit of wear being the smallest amount of crazing.
Product code: Bordallo Pinheiro (Portugal) 'Vine' in Blue, 12" Large Round deals Serving Platter