ABOUT VIETRI A mother and her two daughters took a trip to Italy, and their enchantment with Italian dinnerware lead to the creation of VIETRI. A leader in design and craftsmanship, VIETRI complements the American lifestyle and celebrates all that is irresistibly Italian: a love of life, people, nature, and good living. We celebrate life with family and friends through the beauty of handcrafted Italian designs for the table, home, and garden. We believe in cherishing those moments that bring joy to our lives. Handcrafted, authentic, and made with love in Italy. LASTRA COLLECTION BY VIETRI Lastra by VIETRI Material: Italian Stoneware Easy Care: Dishwasher safe, Microwave safe, Oven safe, Freezer safeHandcrafted of Italian stoneware in Tuscany, this beautiful work of art blends perfectly with any dining or serving assortment. ABOUT LASTRA SIMPLY SOPHISTICATED The Lastra consumer values simple sophistication, and clean, smooth lines. Appreciates detailed application of design elements and embraces the individuality and artistry that handcrafted products represent. Possesses a style that is chic and modern yet enjoys entertaining in a more rustic and casual manner. Simple, Sophisticated design perfect for casual or formal entertaining and everyday use. MIX AND MATCH You can mix and match Lastra colors to set a table unique to your home. Our Lastra colors collection layer nicely and add a sophisticated twist to the traditional all white table. THE ARTISTRY The clean and simple lines of Lastra, Italian for "slab", were inspired by the circular wooden slab used for centuries to create the outer mold in cheese making throughout Italy. When fashioned together with twine, the hoop was left with a slight overlap to help maintain the shape of the cheese mold. Maestro molder Stefano Roselli incorporates the overlapping detail into the entire design, from its foot to its rim. A dark dusting on the edges of each piece suggests the ash that was used to preserve these cheeses and highlights each unique silhouette. MASTERFULLY HANDCRAFTED Signor Stefano Roselli is the master molder for a ceramics cooperative located in a small town seven miles outside of Florence, and he is the creator behind this collection. VIETRI has worked with Stefano and factory owner Franco Ammannati for close to 15 years, creating and bringing to market dinnerware collections, vases, urns, and other home decor products. INSPIRED IN ITALY A region in central Italy, Tuscany is known for its landscapes, history, craftsmanship, and influence on culture. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Tuscany is often called the art palace of Italy, and many of the world's greatest works of art come from the region. Ceramics have a long legacy in the area and maintain their place of importance in the region today.