A spectacular Italian covered serving dish from the 1970s–80s, created in collaboration by Richard Ginori and FAF. Its polished, stepped form is crowned by an expressive wild boar among game birds and woodland foliage. The darkened, deeply textured finial rises from the reflective silver-plated cover like a sculpture.

This is a piece for a dining room with personality: equally compelling at the center of a formal table, on a library console, or in an interior designer’s carefully layered scheme. It would make an unforgettable gift for a collector or a host who delights in theatrical entertaining.

Measurements
Approximately 10.25 in wide × 5.5 in high (26.0 × 14.0 cm), including the finial.

Condition
Exceptional vintage condition, with no plate loss or dents. Minor surface marks consistent with age and careful use may be present. Please review the photographs for the finish, interior, and marks.

History of the makers and metalwork
Richard Ginori’s roots reach back to the porcelain manufactory founded near Florence in 1735. This piece bears the Richard Ginori mark alongside “faf SILVERPLATED.”

The silver-plated stepped cover and theatrical wild boar finial are attributed to FAF (Fabbrica Argenteria Fiorentina), associated with Florentine silver-plated tableware of the mid-to-late twentieth century. Here, Richard Ginori’s refined dining form meets the dramatic, textured character of Florentine metalwork. The result is a sculpture-like centerpiece with a distinctly Italian sense of occasion.

Ways to use it
Serve a covered side dish at dinner, then let it live on display between gatherings. Set the lid beside the bowl and fill the base with wrapped chocolates, cocktail napkins, or seasonal ornaments. On a console or bar, it could hold invitations or small keepsakes; in a dining room, it needs nothing inside to command attention.