Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic piece of vintage Portuguese pottery: a Bordallo Pinheiro Round Chop Plate / Serving Platter in the highly sought-after Basketweave Leaves Pink pattern.
This generous 12-inch plate features a gorgeous embossed relief pattern displaying intricate grapevines, detailed leaves, and a textured lattice/basketweave rim finish. Colored in a soft, vintage pastel blush pink glaze, it makes an exquisite statement piece for a cottagecore, maximalist, or grandmillennial tablescape.
Condition Notes:
• Authenticity: Stamped with the original dark circular Bordallo Pinheiro maker's mark on the back center.
• Wear: Shows beautiful vintage character with prominent all-over surface crazing (fine hairline fractures in the glossy overglaze), which is incredibly common and expected for earthenware of this era.
• Structure: No major structural cracks or large chips observed. Please review the close-up photos carefully to appreciate its vintage condition.
Measurements:
• Diameter: ~11.75 inches
Perfect as a replacement piece, an addition to a growing collection, or a lovely decorative display dish!