4" Pie Bird - Pear Farm
Best functional accessory for home bakers seeking perfectly crisp pie crusts.
Elevate your baking with this charming 4-inch Pie Bird from Ceramika Artystyczna, featuring the delightful 'Pear Farm' pattern. Expertly handmade and handpainted in Boleslawiec, Poland, this stoneware pie bird is designed to vent steam, ensuring a perfectly crisp pie crust every time. It's crafted from durable, high-quality stoneware, safe for ovens up to 480°F, and conveniently microwave and dishwasher safe. Certified lead and cadmium free, it offers both beauty and peace of mind for your kitchen.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 65
#34 in Baking Weights
Price vs Category Average
+145%
Above average
Height
4.06
/ "
Who it's for
- Collectors who value artisanal, hand-painted kitchen decor
- Home cooks prioritizing food-safe, low-maintenance kitchen tools
- Bakers aiming for perfectly crisp, sag-free crusts
Who should skip it
- Clumsy handlers preferring shatterproof stainless steel alternatives
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking basic, low-cost venting tools
- Busy cooks prone to losing small kitchen accessories
Performance breakdown
Steam Venting Efficiency
Hollow design effectively prevents soggy crusts by releasing trapped steam.
Thermal Durability
Stoneware construction handles high-heat baking cycles with impressive structural integrity.
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Hand-painted Boleslawiec detailing offers a unique, heirloom-quality aesthetic.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher and microwave compatibility makes cleanup effortless for daily bakers.
Material Safety
Certified lead and cadmium-free composition ensures complete peace of mind.
Stability
Compact footprint sits securely within standard pie fillings during baking.
Key Specs
Height
4.06"
Width
1.38"
Length
1.97"
Material
Stoneware
Oven Safe Temperature
Up to 480°F
Pattern
Pear Farm - #3249
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Lead & Cadmium Free
Yes
Features
- Vents steam to prevent soggy pie bottoms
- Handmade and meticulously handpainted
- Oven safe up to 480°F
- Microwave and dishwasher safe
- Durable, high-quality stoneware construction
- Certified lead and cadmium free
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the "4" Pie Bird - Pear Farm for its exceptional aesthetic appeal and robust quality. Reviewers find the hand painted pear motif charming, transforming this functional baking tool into a decorative collectible. Its heavy, durable ceramic construction assures longevity. Functionally, the pie bird efficiently vents steam, resulting in perfectly baked pies. While the premium price is occasionally noted, most agree the superior craftsmanship and artistic value justify the cost. Its size is best suited for standard pies. Overall, this accessory is celebrated as a high quality, visually stunning baking essential.
Know before you buy
The pie bird acts as a chimney, venting excess steam from the filling while the pie bakes. This prevents the bottom crust from becoming soggy and helps the top crust bake evenly without collapsing.
Yes, this piece is crafted from durable stoneware and is oven-safe up to 480°F, making it suitable for most standard baking recipes.
No, the pattern is protected by a high-quality glaze that is fired at high temperatures. It is fully dishwasher safe and designed to maintain its vibrant finish over time.
Absolutely. This pie bird is certified lead and cadmium free, ensuring it is a safe and non-toxic addition to your bakeware collection.
At 4.06 inches tall, this pie bird is ideal for standard-depth pie dishes. If you are using a shallow dish, ensure the bird is tall enough to poke through the top crust to function correctly.
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