Old St. Nick Handled Deep Serving Bowl with Popcorn

Description
The Old St. Nick Handled Deep Serving Bowl with Popcorn features the handpainted designs of maestro artisan Alessandro Taddei. Alessandro relays the stories of Babbo Natale through his whimsical designs, providing us a glimpse into Old St. Nick's daily adventures leading up to preparations for each holiday season.

Dimension & Weight
Diameter: 9.5", Height: 6.25", Ounces: 116

Weight: 2.5 lb

Care & Materials
Dishwasher Safe - We recommend using a non-fragrant/non-citrus, non-abrasive detergent on the air dry cycle (or econo heat when available). It is recommended to place the dishes so they avoid touching during the high pressure dishwashing and as such we recommend you do not overload the dishwasher. All dishes should be dried thoroughly before being stored.

Materials

Terra Bianca
A white earthenware clay that is often used for handpainted designs as it provides the ideal canvas for storytelling, allowing colors to truly come to life.

Dishwasher SafeFood Safe
Region & Artistry
Decoration Process - Handpainted

Kindly note, each piece is individually handpainted, resulting in subtle variations in color and brushwork that reflect the natural flow of the artist’s hand and the amount of paint applied. These nuances are not imperfections but hallmarks of true craftsmanship, making every item uniquely beautiful.

Alessandro Taddei

Alessandro was born in Empoli, Italy in 1960. He began his work in ceramics over 30 years ago, learning from local craftsmen throughout Tuscany while attending the Montelupo School for Ceramics. He has worked next to some of the best ceramic maestros in the world, learning the many secrets that are essential to mastering the art of ceramics. Throughout the years, Alessandro has had the opportunity to design for some of the best retailers and importers throughout the world, including VIETRI. He loves art, traveling, and photography, and has won a number of national awards for his paintings and photos. With ease and artistic passion, Alessandro makes the white clay surface his canvas.

Tuscany

A region in central Italy, Tuscany is known for its landscapes, history, craftsmanship, and influence on culture. The birthplace of the Renaissance, Tuscany is often called the art palace of Italy, and many of the world's greatest works of art come from this region.