Nauticale Diamond Ceramic Plate (Morocco)-Medium (10 in.)

Product Features Add some color to your home decor with a handcrafted plate Ceramic plate is made in Morocco by master artisans Each plate features a Nauticale diamond pattern in dark blue Accented with deep yellow tones Ideal for tabletop or wall display Comes with hole in back for easy hanging Large plate measures 13 inches wide x 2 inches high Medium plate measures 10 inches wide x 1.5 inches high Story Behind the Art Although there are some women entering into this craft, Moroccan pottery it is an art form that is predominantly composed of male artisans. The artisans range in age from teenagers to men in their late 60s. Pottery of this type is made in Safi, Morocco, a fishing town on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. Safi is known as one of the centers for this art and utilizes red clay to create the ceramic pottery. Clay is softened by hand, and formed using a potter's wheel which is powered by foot, using age old techniques. Pieces are dried in the sun then baked in kilns that are over 200 years old. All items are hand etched and painted. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.