Portmeirion Botanic Garden Coasters/Sweet Dishes, Set of 2
Formal floral gardens and exquisite antique imagery combine to evoke an alluring display of blossoming plants on these two sweet dishes. Under mugs of tea, holding shortbread biscuits, or presenting chocolate bonbons, these lovely little plates of high-quality porcelain are delightful accent pieces for a table set with the traditional Botanic Garden pattern. Designed by Lenox artist Susan Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion's classic collection is inspired by detailed illustrations of flora from 19th-century botanical drawings. A lush array of hand-painted blooms, inscribed with their Latin and common names, perfectly complement the varied selection of dinnerware and serveware in the line. Each piece measures 4-1/2-inches round and features one of 30 different flowers, including daisies, forget-me-nots, rhododendron, peonies, lilies, roses, or azaleas. Imported from Britain, this beautiful earthenware is safe in the oven, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher.--Roberta Cruger