Royal Doulton Carmina 12-by-9-1/2-Inch Large Rectangular Baker

The Carmina large rectangular baker is made of high-fired, oven-safe china to handle high oven temperatures, but it's also lovely as a serving dish for casseroles or baked desserts. The branches of two quintessentially Mediterranean fruits--olives and lemons--decorate the white center of the baker, while a diamond-tile border of muted blues and greens underlines a broad band of cloudy blue along the outside. Other pieces in the Carmina pattern include 4-piece place settings, two sizes of platter, demitasse cups, and a shapely cream jug.

Royal Doulton's Carmina baking dishes can be used in the freezer, microwave, or oven. They're also dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. When hand washing, avoid abrasive cleansers and scourers. The Carmina large rectangular baker measures 12 by 9-1/2 by 2 inches. Royal Doulton guarantees that a chosen pattern will be available for two years after initial purchase. --Garland Withers