DESCRIPTION
A hand-painted majolica square plate with a gold-trimmed rim, made in Deruta by master artisan Eugenio Ricciarelli. 12 inches by 12 inches — a large square format that reads as a decorative panel as much as a serving piece.
The square shape is unusual in Deruta majolica, where round and oval forms dominate, and it gives the painted surface a framed, architectural quality. Gold trim runs the full edge, catching light against Eugenio’s blues.
Every line is painted freehand without the spolvero (dusting) technique used for reproduction, so each plate is genuinely one-of-a-kind. Use it as a wall piece, a sideboard centerpiece, or a serving platter for cheese and antipasti. A statement gift for a wedding, anniversary, or a collector who already owns the round shapes.
The small imperfections such as the difference in color, shape, diameter or small bubbles that form inside, do not constitute a defect but testify that it is actually an artisanal product.
Specifications
Dimensions: 12″ × 12″
Shape: Square
Material: Hand-painted majolica (tin-glazed earthenware) with gold-trimmed rim
Made in: Deruta, Italy
Artisan: Eugenio Ricciarelli
Care: Hand-wash recommended · Not microwave safe · Not oven safe · Food safe (lead-free glaze)
Sold as: Individual; one-of-a-kind hand-painted piece
Mixes with: B-57, B-61, B-64, and other Eugenio Ricciarelli patterns
Availability: In stock; special order 3–6 months
Questions buyers ask
Is this meant for the wall or the table?
Either. At 12 inches square with a gold rim it holds a wall on its own, and it also serves cheese, antipasti, or pastries.
Why is a square shape unusual?
Deruta majolica is overwhelmingly round and oval. Square forms are harder to throw and to paint evenly, which is why fewer of them exist.
Will the gold trim wear off?
Hand-wash it. Gold trim is applied over the glaze and abrasives or a dishwasher cycle will dull it over time.
Can I special-order matching pieces?
Yes. Eugenio takes special orders in any of his 12 simplified patterns and 65 full designs. Allow 3–6 months. Personalization (name, occasion) is available.
Is it food safe?
Yes — lead-free, food-safe majolica glaze.
Is this a good Christmas gift?
Yes. This gold-trimmed square plate by Eugenio Ricciarelli in Deruta comes out for cheese and antipasti at Christmas dinner every year, and hangs on the wall as a one-of-a-kind piece the rest of the time. Order by December 15, 2026 for ground shipping in time for Christmas, or add Florentine gift wrap at checkout and we’ll send it ready to give.
Is this a good Italian wedding gift?
Yes — wedding gifts are one of the things Biordi is best known for. Hand-painted Italian ceramics are heirloom-quality, one-of-a-kind (no two pieces are ever exactly alike because each is hand-painted by a single artisan), and they carry their origin clearly: this piece is made in Deruta, Italy. Couples actually use and display Biordi pieces rather than store them. We ship nationwide, gift-wrap on request, and have been the San Francisco source for authentic Italian ceramics since 1946.
Is this a good housewarming or hostess gift?
Yes. Gifts are the largest part of what Biordi sells — every piece is a one-of-a-kind, authentic Italian treasure made by a named artisan in Italy, not a mass-produced import. Arrives ready to use rather than store. Add Florentine gift wrap at checkout if you’d like it sent finished.
Why buy Italian gifts from Biordi rather than other retailers?
Biordi Art Imports has been San Francisco’s source for authentic Italian ceramics and gifts since 1946. Voted Best Overall Retailer in the San Francisco Bay Guardian Best of the Bay readers’ poll for five consecutive years. Designated a San Francisco Legacy Business (#LBR-2020-21-029), and the city declared May 1 “Biordi Art Imports Day” in 2021. Every piece comes from a named Italian artisan, family workshop, or heritage house we work with directly — FIMA, CF Deruta, Pia Formato, Eugenio Ricciarelli, Susanna DeSimone (from the famous Palermo ceramic family — her father painted with Picasso), Geribi, Bucci Ceramiche, Ortigia Sicilia, Italesse, and Salviati. So each piece is genuinely one-of-a-kind. Not a stock-photo listing, not a mass-produced import, not a reproduction.
Can this be customized or personalized?
Customization and personalization are available on select pieces. Eugenio Ricciarelli, FIMA, Pia Formato, Geribi, and CF Deruta accept special orders — a name, date, or occasion painted on the piece, or a different size or shape in the workshop’s existing pattern. Lead time is typically 3–6 months because each piece is hand-painted to order in Italy. Contact Biordi Art Imports at (415) 392-8096 or [email protected].
ARTISAN STORY
Eugenio Ricciarelli is one of the most beloved artisans in Deruta. Eugenio began working at 13 in a painting factory. He then became an apprentice for the esteemed Franco Mari, eventually running Franco Mari’s studio for many years. Eugenio, known for his geometric designs and hues of blue, produces his works in 12 simplified patterns and 65 full designs. They are available by “special order” in any of his patterns, dish size, mug, goblet or cup and saucer set you choose. We recommend mixing different patterns when collecting these plates. Typically, allow Eugenio 3 to 6 months to complete your special orders – as each piece is made for you, and can also be personalized with your name and/or the occasion.
Recensioni
Ancora non ci sono recensioni.