Raul da Bernarda "Romance" Platter by Ken Cornet

Hand-painted decoration moves across a broad oval field, bringing the warmth of an object touched by a maker rather than printed into uniformity. The piece joins two names: Raul da Bernarda, among Portugal's longstanding pottery houses, and designer Ken Cornet, whose "Romance" design defines the surface. That maker-and-designer pairing offers provenance at two levels—a rare degree of clarity for a serving piece meant to be used freely. Its 16.25-by-12.5-inch scale is generous enough for a main course while still feeling balanced when displayed upright. There is formality in the workmanship, but not stiffness; the hand-painted surface keeps the platter close to the life of the table. Complete this look by pairing with the Fitz & Floyd Gypsy Chick Pitcher.