Black Bear and Cubs on Porcelain Malachite Platter Artist: Karen Grubaugh of Art on Porcelain Hand painted from a photo taken by the artist at the Denver Zoo. This piece of original porcelain art was painted with a process first used in China more than 2,000 years ago. The artist meticulously painted the design several times and fired it to about 1400 degrees. This piece can be used as a serving platter and stored by hanging it on the wall as a work of art. It is the artist's hope that this will become your family's heirloom. [Dishwasher safe]