FUO5 by Furio 8-1/4 inch Soup Bowl Spongeware Christmas Set of 3 Made in Italy

FUO5 by Furio 8-1/4 inch Soup Bowl Spongeware Christmas Set of 3 Made in Italy. This set of bowls is in good used, vintage condition. There are no chips, cracks, crazing, fleabites or repairs(on the surface). One bowl has a fleabite on the underside, not visible when the bowl is right-side-up. Normal signs of wear and utensil marks consistent with age and seasonal use. Dimensions: Height: approx. 2-1/4 inches Depth: approx. 1-3/4 inches Rim Diameter: approx. 8-1/4 inches Weight: 2 pounds 11.5 ounces (3 bowls, not including shipping materials). Pattern Code: FUOFUO5 Description: Green, Sponged, Christmas Tree, Red Band Pattern: FUO5 by Furio Status: Circa 1980's - Discontinued. The FUO5 (green, sponged, Christmas tree with a red band) pattern by Furio was produced in Italy during the 1980s and 1990s. It's made of durable stoneware. The FUO5 Furio Christmas Tree pattern (made in Italy) is generally listed as dishwasher safe. However, it is not recommended for microwave use. Heating these ceramic/stoneware pieces in the microwave can cause the dishes to get excessively hot, and over time, may lead to cracking or glaze damage (crazing).