Unknown small Italian dish seeking information.

I recently purchased this fabulous little dish and do not know its origin.

I was hoping to glean a little information on maker, date and possible use for it besides been a beautiful decorative piece.

It measure about 13cm across and 4.5cms high.

Many thanks in advance Gen

 

I just LOVE post titles!
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At first I thought I would get to see an early photo of Sophia Loren........

 

surely this little beauty is she........only in pottery form

 

And I'm "seeing" biscotti and cannoli...............

 

Ha! Well stated!!!!

 

Says much sir.

 

I concur sir, but at a meagre 13cm high I think she would be more suited for Baci or two. To accompany your cappuccino

 

And here was I thinking the little dish was seeking information.... on the owner perhaps ("I won't just stay with anyone").

Lovely dish.

 

Thanks Any Jewelry, I am tempted to keep her as she is a sweet little thing.

 

Gen, I know the feeling, sometimes you just fall in love with an item, and she is very sweet. She hasn't left you, so she must approve of you as well.