Vintage Bordallo Pinheiro Mustard Yellow Leaf Platter 13”x11” | Portuguese Majolica Ceramic Fall Thanksgiving Serving Dish, Pristine

Product Overview & Details

Brand: Bordallo Pinheiro
Product Type: Decorative Serving Platter / Centerpiece Dish
Pattern / Collection: Grape / Maple Leaf (Majolica Nature Series)
Shape: Sculpted Leaf with Integrated Stem Handle
Components: 1 Serving Platter
Dimensions: 13" L x 11" W x 2" H
Size: Large
Capacity: N/A (Shallow serving surface)
Material: Earthenware Ceramic (Majolica)Color: Mustard Yellow / Harvest Gold Glossy Glaze
Model Number: N/A (Vintage artisan piece)
Compatibility: Food-safe; Perfect for serving charcuterie, appetizers, or seasonal desserts.Style: Cottagecore / Rustic European / Mid-Century Art Pottery
Origin: Made in Portugal

Production Era & DateEra: Mid-to-Late 20th Century (Circa 1970s–1990s)
Status: Discontinued / Retired Vintage Pattern
Condition: Pristine Vintage Condition

Condition Notes: This piece has no chips, cracks, structural damage, or repairs. The high-gloss mustard glaze is beautifully preserved with excellent color depth. As is characteristic of vintage Portuguese majolica earthenware, faint, clean crazing may be visible upon close inspection, which only enhances its authentic vintage character.

Care: Hand washing is highly recommended to preserve the vibrant high-gloss glaze and structural vintage integrity over time. Avoid sudden extreme temperature changes (thermal shock).

Artisan Craftsmanship: Features the deeply embossed, highly realistic veining and organic sculpted form that made Bordallo Pinheiro world-renowned.

Seasonal Versatility: The rich harvest gold hue makes this an exceptional statement piece for fall tablescapes, Thanksgiving gatherings, or rustic holiday decor.

High Collectibility: Vintage Portuguese majolica—especially in less common glaze colorways like mustard yellow—is highly sought after by collectors of European art pottery and kitchenware.

Etsy Policy & Compliance Statement/Listing Compliance Note: This item strictly complies with all Etsy marketplace policies. It is a genuine vintage item, discontinued and retired several decades ago. It has been thoroughly checked against global databases and is confirmed to have no safety recalls, faults, or hazardous material notices.

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