The Ultimate Valentine's Edit Sale
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 12:00PM EST
Lot 400
RARE Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Serveware Set by DeSimone, Italy – Plates, Platters, Bowls & Pitchers
Estimate: $1,500 - $6,000
Starting Bid
$300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Vibrant and expansive Italian hand-painted ceramic serveware set attributed to De Simone, Italy, known for their bold colors, whimsical figural scenes, and expressive mid-century Mediterranean style. This coordinated group features lively narrative imagery across plates, platters, bowls, and pitchers, each hand-decorated with charming folk-inspired motifs.
The set includes an impressive assortment of serving and display pieces, making it ideal for decorative use, entertaining, or as a statement collection for a Mediterranean or Italian-themed interior. Handwritten “De Simone Italy” markings are visible on the underside, consistent with studio production. Each piece shows individual hand-painted character, with slight variations that enhance authenticity and charm.
Dimensions
Large bowl – 17.5in D
Platter – 19in L W:13in
Skinny platter – 22inL 9inch W
Small platter – 12inch L 9inch W
Bowls – 8inch D
Large pitcher – 11in
Smaller pitcher – 8in
De Simone Italy, Italian ceramic serveware, hand painted ceramics, mid century Italian pottery, decorative platters, Italian folk art ceramics, ceramic pitcher set, hand painted plates, Mediterranean tableware, collectible Italian pottery
Condition Report
Overall good vintage condition. Light surface wear and minor glaze irregularities consistent with hand-painted ceramic production and age. No major chips or cracks observed.
Available payment options
Shipping
For shipping assistance, we recommend contacting the following trusted professionals:
UPS Store: Phone 954-963-7134 Email store0288@theupsstore.com website
theupsstore.com/0288
Alternatively, we can provide additional recommendations for third-party shipping
services. All items will be shipped within 10 business days after payment has cleared.
Items must be picked up within 10 business days following the auction. Items not
collected within this timeframe will be placed in storage at a fee of $10.00 per item per day.