Mica Italy ... Beautiful Italian bowl...

[aussie2013usa]

I picked this up and have been looking for info on it but can't seem to find anything out...anyone know anything about this?

Bottom says MICA ITALY 

                         1430 / 32

Measures without the handles 15" across and about 5" deep.

[aussie2013usa]

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[wdel97 · Accepted solution]

MICA. Manifattura Italiana Ceramica Artistica, was established in 1928 by the Ciampi siblings, Giulo, Giannino and sister Gianina. The family operated in Sesto Fiorentino, a suburb of Florence. The company was active until the late 1950's. The extensive use of gold, which requires a third firing in the kiln, was indicative of their work after the end of World War II.

[aussie2013usa]

Thank you so very much Walter!!!  Happy Valentines Day!

[schomer1-us]

I have one just like this. Does anyone have an idea of value?

Thanks

[wdel97]

In English speaking markets such pieces have only a decorative value. Which is to say it has no collector or historical value. When items like this one sell, which doesn't happen often, they may fetch $10.00 or so. 

[originproductdevelopment]

Interesting how similar the detail is between my piece and yours. Same background glaze and leafwork.

[gbilodea188]

Hello,  I have a very simular plate. Same number un the back 1430 / 22

[sued26]

Thank you for this information Walter. I have been trying to find out the origin of my ornate MICA cockerel which is adorned with gold and stands in a bed of hand made flowers and greenery.  It originally belonged to my grandmother, From your information I suspect my Father purchased it for her when he was in Italy during the war.