Portuguese Hand-Painted Terracotta Floral Bowl

This is a circular ceramic bowl, likely crafted from red terracotta clay as indicated by the unglazed rim and the manufacturer's context. The interior features a vibrant hand-painted floral motif in a traditional Mediterranean style. The palette is dominated by cobalt blue, used for the large central flower and surrounding foliage, set against a sunny yellow wash background. Dark manganese or iron-oxide outlines finish the petals, providing depth and a sense of movement. The center of the primary flower shows a hatched cross-grid pattern. The craftsmanship exhibits a folk-art quality with visible brushstrokes and slight variations in glaze thickness, characteristic of Porto or Coimbra region pottery. According to the user, the base is stamped Made in Portugal 41, which identifies its origin and suggests a mid-to-late 20th-century production date. The glaze appears bright and reflective with minor surface scuffing consistent with light domestic use. There is no evidence of major structural cracks or chips visible in the interior bowl, and the overall condition is excellent for a functional decorative piece of this age.