Setting a beautiful and inviting table has always brought me great joy, and I especially love mixing and matching colors, shapes, and patterns to give the table a lively and personal expression. This Spanish ceramics collection offers plenty of opportunities for that, as the pieces are both beautiful on their own and complement each other when combined in various ways.
The beautiful ceramic products are made by the family-owned ceramics producer Artesanía León in La Rambla, Andalusia, where the craft has been passed down through four generations since 1906.
The platters come in three different sizes, making them suitable for everything from smaller servings and side dishes to tapas, snacks, and much more. They are beautiful individually, but look especially decorative when several sizes are combined on the set table.
For centuries, La Rambla has been known as one of Spain’s most important ceramics towns, and Spanish ceramic craftsmanship has deep roots, with knowledge of clay, shaping, glazing, and decoration being passed down from generation to generation. While potters originally mainly produced utilitarian items such as pitchers, jars, bowls, and platters, the functional craft has over time merged with a more artistic tradition, where vibrant colors and hand-painted patterns give each piece its own character.
Because the ceramics are shaped and decorated by hand, no two pieces are exactly alike. The small variations in shape, glaze, color, and brushstrokes are therefore a natural and beautiful part of the craftsmanship. After several firings at very high temperatures, the ceramics gain the strength that makes them suitable for both everyday use and festive occasions.
Advantages of the ceramics
Handmade and hand-decorated in Spain
Each piece has its own unique character
The pieces can be mixed and matched in various ways
Dishwasher safe
Freezer safe
Microwave safe
The ceramics must not be used in a conventional oven. Avoid extreme temperature changes, and be careful with boiling water. After washing, it is recommended to let the pieces dry upside down, as the unglazed base can release moisture.
