Vintage, Artist-signed, Conimbriga Portugal Hand-Painted Scalloped Dish, Faience Style Serving Bowl with Rabbit Motif

This stunning vintage bowl is a beautifully hand-painted piece from the renowned Conimbriga factory in Portugal. The scalloped-edge dish features a charming central design of a rabbit surrounded by intricate floral and plant motifs. The rim is detailed with a decorative blue scrollwork pattern, complementing the traditional Portuguese folk art style. The bowl is perfect as a decorative centerpiece, a unique serving dish, or as a vibrant addition to any collection of European pottery.
This piece embodies the traditional style of Portuguese ceramics, making it a timeless and elegant item for your home.

• Measurements: Approximately 7 inches side, 6 ¼ inches wide and 2 inches deep
• Origin: The pottery is from Portugal, specifically associated with Conimbriga, a Roman settlement near the city of Coimbra.
• Design: Hand-painted rabbit, floral, and geometric patterns
• Features: Scalloped edge, rich blue and multi-color palette
• Condition: Great vintage condition with minor signs of wear consistent with age and one small chip on the rim. Please see all photos for details on the condition.
• Style: The term "pintado" means "painted" in Portuguese, indicating that the item is hand-painted. The pottery is often referred to as "faience" or "earthenware" and features intricate, often whimsical, designs of animals and plants.
• Makers: While several companies produced this style, a well-known name is Estrela de Conimbriga. The mark on the back of such pieces often includes the words "Conimbriga," "Portugal," and "pintado à mão" (hand-painted) or a similar phrase.
• History: This bowl is a piece of hand-painted Portuguese pottery from Conimbriga, a ceramics factory in Portugal. The style, which often features birds, rabbits, and floral motifs, is characteristic of pottery from this region and is inspired by traditional Portuguese ceramics from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as Hispano-Arabic influences. The factory was founded in 1975 and produces both decorative and utilitarian pieces.
• Shipping: Due to item weight, USPS Parcel Select Ground service is recommended as an economical shipping service. Shipping time is 2-5 days domestic.

Important Information for buyers:
For Sophie Designs meticulously packs all orders to ensure no damage occurs to your purchase while in transit. As such, For Sophie Designs is not responsible for any items that are lost or damaged during shipment. No Refunds will be issued. Once it’s in the mail the courier assumes responsibility for the package.
As imperfections are inherent to preloved items, we do not accept returns solely based on minor flaws or signs of wear. However, if an item significantly deviates from its description or arrives damaged, please contact us after receiving your order, and we will work with you to find a satisfactory solution.