Stoneware pie dish Grünstadt Factory

Superb and large pie dish (or round serving dish) in glazed earthenware, from the famous German manufacturer Steingutfabrik Grünstadt (located in Rhineland-Palatinate). The reverse features its official period stamp moulded in relief, depicting a stylised crown surrounded by the circular inscription "Grünstadt". This centrepiece from the 1960s/1970s is distinguished by its very large size of 38 cm in diameter and its ultra-flat profile (height of 1 cm) with a slight bevelled edge. The front displays a magnificent and generous still life decoration of fruits hand-painted at the heart of the glossy white glaze. The composition includes a central geometric pineapple, clusters of grapes, a pear, plums, and apples in intense shades of ochre yellow, olive green, and caramel brown. A West German art ceramic collectible, perfect for enhancing the presentation of your pastries or adding a warm vintage touch. Characteristics: • Manufacturer: Steingutfabrik Grünstadt (Germany) • Theme: Still life / Pop fruit basket. • Era: Circa 1960-1970. • Dimensions: Diameter 38 cm|Height 1 cm. • Condition: Splendid vintage conservation state. The earthenware has a magnificent mirror-like shine, and the colours are of absolute freshness.