Spode Spode Blue Italian Medium Oval Platter 14 Inch Serving Platter for Dessert Appetizers and Snacks Made from Fine Porcelain Microwave and Dishwasher Safe

Product Description Spode Blue Italian was made possible by Josiah Spodes perfection of blue underglaze printing in 1784This collection is a tapestry of blue scenes and figures Today we have an extensive collection of microwave and dishwasher safe dinnerware giftware and accessories This pattern also includes several oven to table items The 14inch Oval Platter is perfectly sized for most dining needs Amazoncom A mediumsize roast or a filet of fish on rice pilaf looks spectacular brought to the table on this 14inch Blue Italian oval platter from Spode Just as on the matching dinnerware the historic pattern is rendered in rich cobalt blue using Spodes famous underglaze printing The classical scene of Roman ruins and pastoral landscape fills the center of the platter while a Chineseinspired floral border wraps the subtly scalloped rim A hit with collectors since its introduction in 1816 the pattern decorates a staggering array of dinnerware cookware and giftware Made in China of Spodes highestquality earthenware known as Imperialware the durable platter is safe for the refrigerator freezer microwave and dishwasher as long as sudden temperature changes are avoided Measuring 14 by 11 inches the platter comes handsomely packaged in Spodes signature blue box and makes a superb gift for a cook who also enjoys displaying fine china Ann Bieri