Polish pottery is just plain fun to collect

Polish pottery is handmade stoneware dinnerware, old time pottery was handcrafted in Boleslawiec, Poland. It’s also known as polish ceramics or polish stoneware. Historians have traced the long-standing pottery tradition back to as early as the 7th century. The first known renaissance pieces date back to the 16th century. Later decoration was put underneath the glazes. Frederick the great, King of Prussia, had his own initial and crown decorating his personal Boleslawiec stoneware. It originated as folk art in the early 1800′s.

Farmers made pottery in the winter, when it was too cold to work outside, they made it to use in their own kitchens. Inspired by the peacock feather, using the colors of cobalt blue, peacock blue, and earth tones, they created a statement of strength and beauty in each piece of their tableware. The brilliant colors added charm and intensity to an otherwise plain and simple lifestyle. Today in the village of Boleslawiec, Poland, skilled artists still individually handcraft and hand paint each piece of polish stoneware with the same pride and care used over a century ago, preserving the artistry of old central Europe.

Polish pottery is wonderful with the never-ending choices of serving dishes, appetizer dishes, as well as plates, bowls, condiment dishes, cups, mugs, and accessories for your table. Butter dishes, salt and pepper shakers, pitchers, and on and on. Polish pottery from Ceramika Artystyczna is high-fired at temperatures exceeding 2450° Fahrenheit, resulting in an ultra-smooth hard glaze for easy cleaning, and producing stoneware that is an especially durable ceramic product. The thick stoneware retains heat and maintains an even temperature. It is lead and cadmium-free and safe for use in freezer, oven, microwave and dishwasher.

Polish pottery is extremely durable and highly chip resistant. This stoneware has now developed a loyal following and is collected throughout the world today because of its beauty and function. It’s loved for its relatively thick walled soft line look, traditional patterns and the attractive colors. Most pieces complement each other and can be used together or separately. It’s that cool-looking stuff from Poland that can actually be used.

Polish pottery is decorated using a unique method of hand-stamping. It’s carefully decorated by hand using a brush or sea sponges. Each ceramic dish made in Poland is made of white clay decorated with lead-free glazes creating a durable collection. Every part of the Polish pottery pattern and each color is done individually using traditional methods. In fact, those who are certified as pottery masters create signature pieces that the artist creates himself. These unique pieces of pottery take quite some time to make and are created in very limited supply. Owning one of them, however, means owning a piece of pottery that’s one of a kind.

Polish pottery is a wonderful gift for that special someone in your life or a treat for yourself. It’s an exquisite addition to any table or home. It’s extremely durable, and although many buy pieces as collectible heirlooms to display, it truly is meant to be used and enjoyed. It’s a feast for the eyes and a joy to use everyday.