La Musa Italian Majolica Serving Platter

A vintage oval ceramic serving platter featuring the distinctive folk-art style of the Ceramiche La Musa studio based in Sicily, Italy. The piece displays a vibrant, hand-painted narrative scene depicting a coastal village life, likely Mediterranean in inspiration. In the center, a woman is seated in a dual-colored fishing boat, while a tall palm tree rises behind her against a blue sky with a bright yellow sun. To the right, male figures are shown carrying baskets of oranges and fish, emphasizing a harvest theme. The platter is constructed from red clay earthenware with a white tin-glaze (majolica) base. Notable for its bold, black-outlined figures and primary color palette of yellow, red, blue, and green, the piece includes the signature 'LA MUSA' prominently at the bottom center of the illustration. The style is mid-to-late 20th century, characterized by its playful, naive aesthetic reminiscent of Picasso or Matisse's later works. Condition-wise, the platter appears well-preserved with no major chips or cracks visible on the face, though there is a small price tag/label residue on the left house. The glaze has a high-gloss finish typical of Italian decorative export ware, and the artisanal hand-painted nature ensures each piece is unique. This specific design is highly collectible for those seeking Sicilian terracotta and traditional Italian kitchenware.