Loucarte Appraisal

Louçarte Portugal White Ceramic Quilted Relief Serving Platter

This is a rectangular white ceramic serving platter by Louçarte Portugal. It features a distinctive relief design with a quilted or trellis pattern bordering the edges and small raised dots at the intersections of the lattice. The platter has integrated handle-like protrusions at each end, formed by the scalloped and flared edges of the rim. The glaze is a uniform, high-gloss white, showing the typical craftsmanship of mid-to-late 20th-century Portuguese ceramics. Although no maker's mark is visible in the image, the context confirms it as a Louçarte piece, known for quality earthenware. Condition-wise, the platter shows significant surface marks, specifically brown scuffing or transfer marks on the right side of the flat interior well, along with some visible graying and dust consistent with storage or heavy use. There are no obvious chips or cracks visible in the photo, though fine crazing may be present under closer inspection. The style is classic European kitchenware, blending functional simplicity with decorative texture.