Some pieces grow more beautiful with a little history. This generously sized Italian serving dish pairs a broad, simple rim with a deep oval well and a softly aged ivory glaze. Permanent honey-toned staining lends the surface the warmth of well-loved country-house china.

Made by S.C.I. Laveno and bearing its eagle-and-“Verbanum Stone” mark, it dates approximately to 1890–1920. Quietly handsome on a dresser, console, or beautifully laid table—a thoughtful gift for someone who prefers character to perfection.

Measurements
15 × 11.25 × 2 inches
38.1 × 28.6 × 5.1 cm
Length × width × height.

Condition
Fine glaze crazing, surface wear, and permanent warm staining, visible in the photographs. This dish has been carefully soaked in hydrogen peroxide and slowly dried at low temperature twice to ensure the remaining patina is preserved. Wear around the rim is consistent with age and use. Please examine the photographs for details.

History of the Maker
Founded in 1856 in Laveno on Lake Maggiore, Società Ceramica Italiana became an important Italian ceramics manufacturer. Its “Verbanum Stone” wares belong to the tradition of sturdy glazed earthenware made for everyday elegance. This dish carries the factory’s distinctive eagle mark.

Ways to Use
Display upright among antique white ceramics, fill with decorative wooden fruit, or gather linen napkins for a supper party. On a console, it becomes a generous home for correspondence; on a coffee table, a sculptural catchall. For a seasonal centerpiece, arrange pinecones, dried citrus, or flowering bulbs.

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