Product Description

Desert Rose the largest selling pattern in the history of American dinnerware, made its debut in later 1941. It has enjoyed the world's longest period of popularity of any dinnerware pattern produced by a single company. The Rose Rugosa, rugged wild rose of poem and song was a natural design selection. The character of the bloom with its simple delicate petals made it adaptable to hand painting. This beautiful handpainted style pattern is still one of America's favorite casual tableware patterns. In 1964 the sixty millionth piece had been produced and Desert Rose is now on display in the historical Smithsonian Museum. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy chose Franciscan Desert Rose for use in the White House. In Desert Rose, the irregularly scalloped edge of thorny vines creates a believable frame for the fully opened pink roses with their golden centers and soft green leaves. The softness of the design is further enhanced by its cream colored background. All pieces are microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe. Accessories are also available. The Desert Rose round vegetable measures 9"

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #225397 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Franciscan
• Model: 5-26001-1035
• Dimensions: 13.00" h x 2.00" w x 14.00" l, 2.00 pounds

Features

• 9-inch Franciscan Desert Rose round vegetable bowl
• Crafted of naturally strong, chip-resistant earthenware
• Casual hand-painted style with vibrant colors evoke Southwest landscape
• Best selling dinnerware pattern in American History
• Safe in the microwave, freezer, and dishwasher

Amazon.com Review
A true American classic, Franciscan Desert Rose dinnerware has graced dining tables since 1941, including Air Force One as chosen by Jackie Kennedy and the Presidential yacht during the Nixon administration. The pattern is as simply endearing as it is famous-softly painted pink roses bloom amidst deep green leaves and natural brown branches in a gracious, hand-painted style. Named after Southwest missions and the wild Rose Rogusa, the lovely design conveys a uniquely American sense of tradition and place.

This 9-inch round vegetable bowl features the collection's almond glaze on a generous round shape that curves out at its wide rim. A border of flowers and leaves spill over the interior sides, framed by a wandering vine tracing the upper edge. Filled with garden greens or pasta primavera, the look is relaxed and inviting, so it's perfectly suited to for everyday enjoyment as well as cozy special occasions. The naturally durable, chip-resistant earthenware bowl also goes safely into the dishwasher, microwave, and freezer. This piece makes an especially versatile addition to a fully coordinated Desert Rose decor. --Kara Karll