These striking Blue Italian placemats from Spode feature a finely detailed 18th century Imari Oriental border encompassing a stunning scene inspired by the Italian countryside. These quality placemats have a deep 5mm cork backing and are stain and heat resistant to 100C, ensuring protection for your precious surfaces. Spode's Blue Italian design has been bringing charm and timeless style to homes across the globe since 1816. Over 200 years later, it remains a British design icon.