Vintage Portuguese Terracotta Charger Plate 15.5”

• Vintage Portuguese Terracotta Charger Plate 15.5” | Signed Biondi Ferragudo Folk Art Pottery | Mid-Century Hand-Painted Platter Donkey & Grapevines Up for sale is a stunning, massive vintage studio pottery charger plate originating from the historic coastal town of Ferragudo in the Algarve region of Portugal. Hand-thrown and hand-painted, this oversized statement piece features a beautiful rustic folk art motif depicting a villager riding a donkey, framed by an intricate border of grapevines and lush leaves. The front showcases rich, hand-painted pigment washes in slate blue, earth brown, and olive green over a warm cream slip base. The underside features a beautiful, rustic unglazed red terracotta clay body and is hand-signed in black script by the studio artist: "Biondi / Ferragudo". At a substantial 15.5 inches, this rare, massive size moves it out of the realm of everyday dinnerware and makes it an incredible mid-century decorative centerpiece or wall-hanging statement piece for Mediterranean, boho, or rustic interiors. Item Specifications: • Origin: Ferragudo, Algarve, Portugal • Artist/Studio: Signed "Biondi" • Era: Vintage (Mid-Century Style) • Material: Terracotta • Diameter: Approx. 15.5 inches • Height: Approx. 2 inches • Design Motif: Donkey/Mule Rider, Grapevines, Harvest Folk Art Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, repairs, or structural damage. The hand-painted glaze is vibrant and smooth, and the unglazed back shows beautifully preserved rustic texture. A perfectly preserved piece of European ceramic history. Nearest intersection Younge Street and Stelees Avenue