Lastra Stoneware Abstract Contemporary Appetizer Plate

Beloved for its sophisticated simplicity, versatility, and durability, Lastra is our bestselling collection. The Lastra Heart Dish is a truly charming piece, and it is a wonderful way to show your love for your dear ones. Each dish comes in beautiful Italian-style wrapping. Lastra’s design was inspired by the circular wooden slabs used for centuries to create the outer mold in cheesemaking throughout Italy. When fashioned together with twine, the hoop was left with a slight overlap to help maintain the shape of the cheese mold. Maestro molder Stefano Roselli incorporates the overlapping detail into the entire design, from its foot to its rim. A dark dusting on the edges of each piece suggests the ash that was used to preserve these cheeses and highlights each unique silhouette.
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A region in central Italy, Tuscany is known for its landscapes, history, craftsmanship, and influence on culture. The birthplace of the Renaissance, Tuscany is often called the art palace of Italy, and many of the world’s greatest works of art come from the region. Ceramics have a long legacy in the area and maintain their place of importance in the region today. The Artistry: Signor Stefano Roselli is the master molder for a ceramics cooperative located in a small town seven miles outside of Florence, and he is the creator of this collection. VIETRI has worked with Stefano and factory owner Franco Ammannati for nearly 15 years, creating and bringing dinnerware collections, vases, urns, and other home decor products to market.