Mikasa Provincial Dinner Plate - Villa Medici (CV900)

This is a vintage ceramic dinner plate from the Mikasa 'Provincial' collection, specifically featuring the 'Villa Medici' (CV900) pattern produced in Malaysia. The plate is constructed from durable vitrified stoneware or ceramic with a smooth, glazed white center. The wide decorative rim features a colorful and intricate floral design influenced by Mediterranean or Italianate aesthetics. Notable elements include peach and blue cherry blossoms on brown branches, accompanied by sage green leaves and miniature pink florets. These are framed by scalloped borders in shades of blue, red, and yellow, set against a stippled green background punctuated by more floral accents. An inner geometric border with a cross-hatch pattern separates the decorated rim from the plain white well of the plate. Based on the manufacturer's history for this pattern, it likely dates from the late 1980s to the 1990s. The craftsmanship is high, typical of Mikasa's reputation for practical yet aesthetically versatile dinnerware. The visible surface shows a glossy finish with no immediately apparent deep chips or cracks, though close inspection of similar used vintage stoneware often reveals light utensil marks or minor surface 'crazing' in the glaze over time. The vibrant colors appear well-preserved without significant fading.