hand-made and glazed on the inside. This is an excellent way of adding a rustic touch to an elegant table. Great quality is not only beautiful but also quite sturdy and will last many years with proper use and care. As with other clay cookware the flavor of the food cooked in it actually improves with use. This plate is glazed so it s a bit shiny on the inside. Since these are all hand made there are variations that make the unique and they might not look exactly as the picture but very close to it.