Spode Blue Italian Rectangle Handled Dish Large

Description

Spode Blue Italian was made possible by Josiah Spode s perfection of blue under-glaze printing in 1784.This collection is a tapestry of blue scene s and figure s. Today we have an extensive collection of microwave and dishwasher safe dinnerware, giftware and accessories. This pattern also includes several oven to table items. The 15-1/2-inch Rectangular handled dish is oven to table safe and perfect for making entertaining simple.Lasagna and other casseroles bake evenly and look spectacular brought to the table in this rectangular Blue Italian baker from Spode. Just as on the matching dinnerware, the historic 1816 pattern is rendered in rich cobalt blue using Spode s famous underglaze printing. The classical scene of Roman ruins and pastoral landscape fills the center of the pan, while a Chinese-inspired floral border wraps the rim and two handles. The pastoral scene is repeated on the exterior of each side.

Generously deep, the outer dimensions of the dish measure 15-1/2 by 11-1/4 by 2-3/4 inches, while the inside dimensions measure 13 by 10 by 2-1/2 inches. Brownies, sheet cakes, and fruit crumbles also bake perfectly in the dish. Made in England of Spode s highest-quality earthenware known as Imperialware, the durable Blue Italian baker can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer, and is safe for the oven, microwave, and dishwasher. For best results, avoid extreme temperature changes. --Ann Bieri