De Simone ceramic plate, Italy, 1970s, diameter 44 cm. The brand was born in the 1960s from the creative flair of the Palermo nobleman Giovanni De Simone and soon established itself in the panorama of Sicilian artistic ceramics thanks to a unique and original style that blends the folklore of the island with the suggestions of the great masters of modern art, such as Picasso, Matisse, Léger and Klee.
This dish, in particular, is inspired by Sicilian tradition. Note the volcano Etna in the background. Considering its age, the plate is in good condition. On the back there are some 'craquelres' (small cracks visible on the surface of the glass paste, due to the years), which do not affect the integrity and value of the piece.