Eighteenth Century micromosaic of The Doves of Peace kitchenware this large rectangular serving mat

this large rectangular serving mat is inspired by the Spongeware tableware that originated in Scotland in the early 1800’s and was subsequently produced in both English and Irish potteries

having been inspired by the discovery of Pompei in 1748 and a particularly beautiful mosaic that was uncovered at Hadrian’s Villa in 1737

236 x 174mm

Not recommended for microwave use

The Drumfern serving platter is deal for alfresco dining or picnics

Eighteenth Century micromosaic of The Doves of Peace kitchenware this large rectangular serving matThe art of micromosaic developed in Rome in the eighteenth century, having been inspired by the discovery of Pompei in 1748 and a particularly beautiful mosaic that was uncovered at Hadrians Villa in 1737. This beautiful mosaic, called The Capitoline Doves inspired the mosaicists of the Eighteenth Century to create remarkably complex and finely executed micromosaics of animals and views of the Roman Forum. This beautifully mosaic of The Doves of Peace