Oficina d'Arte - Casa Mourisca, "Oficina d'Arte" Albino d’Óbidos

Name: Oficina d'Arte
 
Type: None
 
Year: Mid to late 20th century
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Casa Mourisca, "Oficina d'Arte" Albino d’Óbidos - Casa Mourisca, "Oficina d'Arte" Albino d’Óbidos
 
History: This hand-painted ceramic plate is from Casa Mourisca’s “Oficina d’Arte,” led by Albino d’Óbidos, based in Portugal. The geometric design—composed of repeated eye or petal-like shapes arranged in a radial pattern—is characteristic of Portuguese and Moorish-inspired decorative motifs. The use of cobalt blue on a white ground is a nod to traditional azulejo tilework, though this is rendered in a distinctly modern interpretation.
 
 
The handwritten backstamp denotes it as a studio pottery piece rather than factory-produced ware, lending it artisanal and collectible appeal. The precise symmetry of the design, combined with the rustic quality of the glazing and lettering, suggest mid-20th century production (circa 1960s–1980s).
 
 
There are no visible signs of damage, cracks, or significant wear, though slight edge inconsistencies may be expected in studio ceramic works. The plate’s primary value lies in its decorative appeal, cultural origin, and handcrafted nature.
 
Flaws: None