Vintage Cantagalli Majolica Plate, Hand-Painted Italian Ceramic, CAG3 Pattern, 9-Inch Luncheon Plate

Amplify your next tablescape with this breathtaking vintage Cantagalli for Horchow luncheon plate, meticulously hand-painted by master artisans in Italy. Featuring the highly sought-after, discontinued CAG3 pattern, this 9-inch plate anchors your dining presentation with an energetic floral spray center and a distinct, deep-blue draped ribbon scroll along its gently scalloped edge.

Originally curated for high-end luxury retailers like Horchow and Neiman Marcus, this piece showcases the absolute finest traditions of classic Italian Majolica pottery. The festive red rim and multi-toned organic patterns provide an instant pop of color, making it an excellent replacement accent plate, a magnificent wall-hanging display piece, or a lively conversation starter for casual lunches and holiday family gatherings.

Collectibility

Artisanal Heritage: Produced by Cantagalli, one of Florence’s most legendary and historical pottery houses.
Exclusive Heritage Line: Created during the iconic mid-to-late 20th-century collaboration between Cantagalli and the prestigious Horchow Collection.
Unique Variations: Because each plate is painted completely by hand, no two pieces are identical, offering a truly unique work of functional art.High Collectibility: As a discontinued vintage pattern, it is highly sought after by European pottery collectors and estate-china enthusiasts looking to fill out their heirloom sets.

Condition Status: Pristine Vintage Condition

Details: This piece has been preserved remarkably well. It is free from any chips, cracks, structural repairs, or hairline fractures. The colors remain incredibly vibrant, and the glaze retains its brilliant glossy sheen. It displays beautifully.

Product Specifications

Brand: Cantagalli (Produced for Horchow / Neiman Marcus)

Product Type: Luncheon Plate / Salad Plate

Pattern: CAG3 (Discontinued multi-color floral spray with a blue/yellow ribbon accent)

Model/Pattern Number: CAG3Shape: Round with a stylized scalloped rim

Components: Single (1) 9-inch plate

Dimensions / Size: 9 inches (Diameter) x approx. 1 inch (Height)

Capacity: N/A (Flat tableware)

Material: Fine Italian Ceramic / Majolica Faience Pottery

Colors: Crisp white base, vibrant red rim trim, cobalt blue, sunshine yellow, forest green, and rich magenta pink

Era: Mid-Century Modern to Late 20th Century (c. 1970s–1980s)

Origin: Handcrafted in Florence, Italy 🇮🇹

Style: Grandmillennial / Italian Farmhouse / Cottagecore / Mediterranean Chic

Care Instructions: Hand wash gently recommended to safeguard the brilliant, vintage overglaze brushwork.

Not recommended for microwave or automated dishwasher use.