This 7 inch ceramic bowl is a great size for serving breakfast cereal, individual salads, dips and salsas. It has been hand painted in the Antique Green Pattern of deep greens, shades of turquoise and warm earth tones. The Antique Green Pattern is one of the most traditional Spanish ceramic designs, both in color and pattern. This bowl is signed on the back by the de la Cal family artists. Each 7 inch ceramic bowl is individually hand shaped on a potter´s wheel and hand painted with a paint brush. It is signed on the bottom by the artist in Spain. Holes on the back rim allow for hanging. Lead free and food safe. It is dishwasher safe though hand washing is recommended. It is not intended for use in the oven.  Please take care if used in the microwave since ceramics tend to get hot to the touch when heated. Artisans at small family owned factories located throughout Spain carefully handcraft the From Spain ceramic collection. Often these factories have been in the family for several generations. Everybody in the family gets involved in the creative process of making ceramic. The elders often spin and mold the clay while the young design and paint the final product. The majority of the ceramics come from Toledo and Manises, Valencia. The detailed geometric patterns, and sun-drenched colors in the From Spain Ceramic Collection bring the zest and ambience of Spain to your home. Measures 7 in.