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Ceramic Christmas tree candy dish by Secla Portugal

Ceramic Christmas tree candy dish by Secla Portugal

History

This ceramic Christmas tree dish was produced by Secla Pottery in Portugal during the mid-20th century, likely in the 1960s or 1970s. It represents the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic with its stylized, geometric interpretation of a Christmas tree shape and vibrant green interior glaze. These decorative holiday dishes were popular as festive home accessories and were typically used to serve candies, nuts, or small treats during the Christmas season. Today, these pieces are highly valued by collectors of Mid-Century Modern ceramics and vintage Christmas decorations for their charming design, distinctive color, and nostalgic appeal.

Origin

Portugal

Maker

Secla Pottery

Time period

Mid-20th century, circa 1960s-1970s