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Overview This curated three-piece artisan ceramic collection features a striking blend of global studio craft and regional folk art. The ensemble includes a vibrant cobalt blue glazed plate with abstract brushwork by Dedza Pottery in Malawi, a hand-painted Greek folk art demitasse cup inscribed "Τσαγκαράδα" (Tsagarada), and a tactile studio stoneware cup with incised ring motifs bearing the maker's mark "MC". Ideal for Wabi-Sabi, Japandi, Boho, or Global Eclectic interior styling, this set adds rich texture and cultural story to a shelf display, coffee station, or mantel centerpiece. Cultural & Artistic Background Each piece in this set reflects a distinct ceramic tradition. The cobalt plate originates from Dedza Pottery, established in 1987 near Dedza Mountain in Malawi, celebrated globally for wheel-thrown local clays and high-fire mineral glazes inspired by East African landscapes. The hand-painted ceramic cup hails from Tsagarada, a traditional village in the Pelion region of Greece famous for its stone architecture, capturing a classic red-roofed mountain villa amidst verdant greenery. Completing the trio, the stoneware cup showcases mid-century studio craft techniques with stamped concentric ring slip decoration, raw terracotta body, and an olive-green ash rim glaze, signed with the artisan monogram "MC" on the unglazed base. Condition & Surface Character The set remains in strong structural condition with no major cracks or structural compromises. The blue plate displays a rich high-gloss glaze with subtle rim color variations characteristic of hand-dipped pottery. The Greek ceramic cup exhibits vibrant underglaze pigments and a glossy protective finish, with minor vintage surface micro-flea bites near the rim consistent with age. The stoneware vessel retains a rustic, grainy surface patina with glossy melted glaze accents along the rim and handle. Dimensions & Weight Dedza Blue Plate: Height: 0.8 inches Width/Diameter: 7.2 inches Depth: 7.2 inches Greek Hand-Painted Mug (Tsagarada): Height: 3.0 inches Width/Diameter: 4.0 inches Depth: 4.0 inches "MC" Studio Stoneware Cup: Height: 3.0 inches Width/Diameter: 4.0 inches Depth: 3.0 inches Weight Profile: Moderate
