{"product_id":"vintage-florentia-hand-painted-bowl-tray-00491","title":"Vintage Florentia Hand-Painted Bowl Tray Dish Gold Red Italian Mid Century MCM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Italian Florentine wood tray, also frequently referred to as a trinket dish or wine coaster. These pieces are hallmark examples of \"Florentia\" decorative craft, a style of woodenware that became highly popular as souvenirs and exports from Italy during the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign: These items typically feature ornate, etched, and hand-painted floral or botanical designs. The color palette often focuses on rich reds, greens, and cream, all accented with heavy gold gilt (gold leaf).\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: While they appear to be solid wood, they are often crafted from very light wood or even paper mache, then finished with a plaster-like coating before being painted and gilded.\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Most authentic pieces are stamped or labeled as \"Made in Italy\" or bear the \"Florentia\" trademark.\u003cbr\u003e\nEra: They were most prominently produced and sold during the 1950s and 1960s, fitting into the popular Mid-Century Modern decor of that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Florentia decorative bowl features intricate hand-painted Italian designs in gold and red hues, perfect for adding elegance to any decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Hand-painted design with gold accents\u003cbr\u003e\n• Made in Italy by Florentia\u003cbr\u003e\n• Felted green bottom for surface protection\u003cbr\u003e\n• Lightweight wooden construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor scuffs on edges; diameter = 7 inches.\u003cbr\u003e\nSourced from a local estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\n*Please expect wear on vintage items, they add character and history, but please do see photos and take note*\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pauline Stanley Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47802316423394,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/2949\/7402\/files\/il_fullxfull.8064936525_73bi.jpg?v=1778723615","url":"https:\/\/therarebirdco.com\/products\/vintage-florentia-hand-painted-bowl-tray-00491","provider":"Pauline Stanley Studio + Rare Bird Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}