Large vintage decorative white ceramic dish with blue decor hand painted by Arcer in Coimbra, Portugal.
Comibra is a town famous for its ceramics; talented craftsmen of the area reproduce museum pieces dating back to the 15th century.
This object is inspired by a 17th century nature scene that depicts a bird and a butterfly among greenery.
On the back, we can read the inscription:
Arte Ceramica
Bow
Coimbra Portugal
Dry XVII
Hand Painted For
To Father Fragile
A.M.D
Excellent condition.
Diamter 41.5 x Height 3 cm
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