Italian Vietri Hand-Painted 3-Piece Lettuce Bird Tureen
A hand-painted Italian glazed terra bianca covered tureen with ladle in the shape of a beautiful bird with green and orange lettuce ware plumage against a very soft blue. How adorable!
Made in Italy for Vietri of white earthenware clay (terra bianca) that is often used for hand-painted designs as it enhances colors and creates beautifully vibrant designs like this tureen.
From the dinner table to the built-ins shelf decor, this beautiful bird will definitely spread some whimsy.
- 9"H x 9"L x 8"W
- Can hold up to 9 cups (72 ounces/2.25 quarts)
- Made and hand-painted in Italy for Vietri as part of their Botanical Animals Collection circa 2006 and discontinued
- Excellent estate condition, no chips or cracks