Plate - 8" - Chicory

This Polish pottery plate?in the chicory?design measures?7.75" wide. This Polish pottery plate?was handcrafted and handpainted by artisans from the Ceramika Artystyczna factory in Boleslawiec, Poland.?Polish pottery is:

• safe to use with food
• microwave safe
• dishwasher safe
• oven safe up to 480 F
• freezer safe
• lead and cadmium free
• durable for everyday use
• easy to clean

Polish pottery originated in the?small German town of?Bunzlau, which is now the Polish city of Boleslawiec. Located on the Bobr River in Southwest Poland, Boleslawiec is the exclusive spot where this traditional ceramic art is produced. Polish pottery is created from white clay that is found only in the Boleslawiec region. The pottery is fired in coal and gas ovens at temperatures in excess of 2200 degrees Fahrenheit with a glaze that is lead and cadmium free. Skilled artists individually handcraft and handpaint each piece of pottery using a hand-stamping technique and free-hand design. Established in 1950, Ceramika Artystyczna is renowned for producing stoneware that is of the highest quality and most exquisite decoration. This manufacturer is a co-op of artists currently producing more than 2,500 designs. Polish pottery is freezer, oven, microwave and dishwasher safe under most circumstances. It distributes heat evenly for perfect baking and is also nonstick for easy clean-up, which makes it easy to care for. However, avoid sharp temperature swings from hot to cold or cold to hot as the pottery needs time to adjust to changing temperatures. Do not apply direct heat to the stoneware. It is suggested to bring frozen pieces to room temperature before putting it in the oven and to let hot pieces cool down before storing in the refrigerator. Following these guidelines will ensure that you will enjoy your beautiful stoneware for many years.