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Vintage Autogrill Plate by De Simone - Somaglia Est Tagliata alla Verdi

Name: Vintage Autogrill Plate by De Simone - Somaglia Est Tagliata alla Verdi
Brand: Italian Summers
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An Elegant Tribute to Italy's Greatest Composer

This sophisticated vintage Autogrill plate celebrates both culinary excellence and cultural heritage with Tagliata alla Verdi (sliced beef in the style of Verdi), honoring the legendary composer Giuseppe Verdi. Designed by renowned Sicilian artist Giovanni De Simone (1930–1991) in the late 1960s–70s, this plate honors the Autogrill Somaglia Est in Lombardy, located near Busseto—the birthplace of the great maestro.

The Story Behind This Plate:
The Autogrill Somaglia Est became a cultural landmark for travelers journeying through Verdi's homeland in the province of Lodi. This commemorative plate beautifully intertwines regional cuisine with artistic heritage, featuring a distinguished portrait of Giuseppe Verdi with his iconic top hat, mustache, and beard. The composition includes sliced beef (tagliata), fresh rosemary, golden grapes, and a wine carafe—elements that celebrate both the refined flavors of Lombard cuisine and the sophistication of Italy's operatic tradition.

Cultural Significance:
Giuseppe Verdi (1813–1901), one of the greatest opera composers in history, was born in nearby Busseto. This plate pays homage to his legacy while celebrating the culinary traditions of his homeland, creating a unique fusion of music, culture, and gastronomy along the autostrada.

✨ Condition: Great Vintage!
-25 cm diameter - 10 inches.
-No chips or cracks
-Expected glaze crazing typical of 1960s–70s Italian ceramics, not considered damage.
-Colors bright and strong
-Back stamp present (often partially covered under glaze — normal for Autogrill production)

De Simone's Artistry:
Originally hand-painted by Giovanni De Simone and then reproduced using traditional serigraphy (screen printing), this plate showcases the artist's distinctive naïve style elevated with cultural reverence. The refined portrait of Verdi, combined with the muted, sophisticated color palette (grey, coral, yellow, sage green, blue), creates an elegant piece of folk art that celebrates Italian cultural heritage.

Details:
• Diameter: 25 cm (9.8 inches)
• Era: Late 1960s–70s
• Artist: Giovanni De Simone, Sicily
• Technique: Serigraphy on ceramic
• Location: Autogrill Somaglia Est, Lodi (Lombardy)
• Theme: Tribute to Giuseppe Verdi
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition
• Highly collectible across Europe & the U.S.

Perfect For:
• Collectors of vintage Autogrill memorabilia
• De Simone ceramics enthusiasts
• Opera and classical music lovers
• Lovers of Italian autostrada culture and nostalgia
• Unique Italian decor celebrating cultural heritage
• Display as museum-quality wall art

About Autogrill × De Simone Plates
During the 1960s–70s, Autogrill collaborated with the Sicilian artist Giovanni De Simone to create a series of hand-painted ceramic souvenir plates sold in their famous Italian highway travel stops. These were never restaurant plates — they were sold as collectible keepsakes celebrating Italian food, travel culture, and regional recipes. Today, they are cherished pieces of mid-century Italian folk art.

EU GSPR-related product information

MUGS
Manufacturer contact information
Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the lead and cadmium level requirements.

T-SHIRTS
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Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, phthalates and formaldehyde level requirements.

SWEATSHIRTS
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Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the flammability, lead, cadmium, bisphenols and phthalates level requirements.

PHONE CASE
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Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the lead, cadmium, mercury, Hexavalent Chromium, azo dyes, Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, and phthalates level requirements.

BEACH TOWELS
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Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years
Other compliance information: Meets the azo dyes, formaldehyde, BPA, flammability, lead and phthalates level requirements.

FLIP FLOPS
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Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years

BAGS
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Name: Printful
Email address: support@printful.com
Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years

CLUTCH
GPSR information: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY