What is the name for this particular pattern?

[tam bam]

Hi all,

I am usually buying Murano glass but I was shopping for Christmas for my mother and she loves pottery. I purchased a Deruta pottery serving tray that I think she will love. Could someone please help me identify the name of the pattern. I would like to get her more for Christmas and would like to know for future reference.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWNX:IT

Thanks!

tam bam

[Walter]

This is a variation of a design known as "Cartocchio" (Gothic Floral). The design first appeared in Faenza about 1450. Idealized scrolled leafs and flower petals surrounded by patterns of fine scrollwork.

Walter Del Pellegrino

[tam bam]

Thank you very much Walter! I really appreciate your help. It is beautiful and I think my mother will be thrilled to receive it for Christmas.

tam bam