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Vintage Autogrill Plate by De Simone - Somaglia Ovest Bocconcini al Prosciutto

Name: Vintage Autogrill Plate by De Simone - Somaglia Ovest Bocconcini al Prosciutto
Brand: Italian Summers
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An Elegant Piece of Lombard Autostrada Nostalgia

This refined vintage Autogrill plate celebrates the culinary heritage of Lombardy and the classic Bocconcini al Prosciutto (little morsels wrapped in prosciutto). Designed by renowned Sicilian artist Giovanni De Simone (1930–1991) in the late 1960s–70s, this plate honors the Autogrill Somaglia Ovest, located in the province of Lodi along Italy's autostrada.

The Story Behind This Plate:
The Autogrill Somaglia Ovest became a beloved stop for travelers seeking elegant Lombard cuisine on their journey through northern Italy. This commemorative plate captures that culinary tradition with a beautifully simple regional food-themed illustration featuring artfully arranged coral-colored prosciutto slices adorned with fresh sage leaves, presented on a dark wooden cutting board. The minimalist composition reflects the sophistication of this classic Italian appetizer.

✨ Condition: Good Vintage
-Diameter: 25 cm - 10 Inches
-NO chips or cracks
-Light glaze crazing, typical of original Autogrill ceramics
-Colors bright with no significant fading, slight inperfection in the print (lips)
-Back stamp visible (often partially glazed over, normal for this series)

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, whimsical style with elegant restraint. The soft, warm color palette (coral, sage green, dark brown) and clean lines create a refined piece of folk art that perfectly captures the understated elegance of Italian highway culture.

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

Perfect For:
• Collectors of vintage Autogrill memorabilia
• De Simone ceramics enthusiasts
• Lovers of Italian autostrada culture and nostalgia
• Unique Italian kitchen decor
• Display as conversation-starting 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
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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 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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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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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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Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years

BAGS
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Postal address: Raina bulvaris 25, Riga, Latvia, LV-1050
Age restrictions: For adults
EU Warranty: 2 years

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