Vintage Italian Fima Deruta Majolica Pottery Wall Plate Handmade Assisi, Italy

A stunning RARE Black w/Gold Rim, Deruta Raffaellesco plate and serving platter, beautifully hand-decorated with magnificent detailing and artwork. The Deruta Raffaellesco pattern traces its origins to the 16th century and was inspired by Raphael’s Frescoes in the Vatican. One of Deruta's most popular and enduring Renaissance patterns adorned in mythical animals, Raffaellesco is a compassionate deity bestowing good luck to seagoing merchants with the wind puffs steaming from the dragon's mouth. Approximately 12" in Diameter and almost 2 inches high. Weighs close to 3 lbs. it’s impressive! Made in, Italy Hand Painted and Hand Crafted Dishwasher Safe Holes for Hanging with rope Makes a Great Gift of Authentic Italian Pottery