Vintage Hand Thrown Pottery Casserole Dish with Twisted Ribbon Top & Handle 1976.  Approximate measurements are:  

5 1/2" Tall with Lid

4" Tall without Lid

10" Wide across the front

8" D at the top

4 1/2" D at the bottom

Weighs approximately 5 lbs. 13 oz without packing materials.  This STUNNING Hand Thrown Handmade stoneware casserole dish/ serving bowl is signed by Artisian on the bottom- It's hard to read but I believe it say YUM-76.  It is mostly cream, tan and a coffee brown it has several different techniques used in one piece- drip glaze, speckled paint, & weave technique for the 6 ribbons on top for easy removal & the 3 ribbons on the sides making the handles.  Remember, that each Pottery Piece is UNIQUE, and their handmade nature adds to their character.  Whether you're serving a family meal or displaying them as decorative accents, these casserole dishes with ribbons are sure to enhance any dining experience.  Condition is preowned (1976) with no chips, cracks or crazing.  RC