Strictly speaking, the Bossa Nova was originally a movement rather than a dance. Brazil's "new wave" was born in the highly social climate of the 1950's and crested in the 1960's. During this time of artistic experimentation, the cool jazz, virtuoso guitar playing and unique song styling's of the Bossa Nova soon established it as a contemporary classic in the world of dance. Nachtmann's Bossa Nova series is an interpretation in glass of this joyful musical experimentation. Characterized by intricate braid pattern, the Bossa Nova tabletop collection is a great expression of personal style. The brilliant machine-made cake plate with dome of the popular glass collection Bossa Nova adds sparkle to every day as well as festive table decorations. The cake plate with dome is a very beautiful and stylish alternative to serve cakes and pastries. Bossa Nova tableware adds interest to the table decoration with the same cool sensibility as the dance for which it is named. As all NACHTMANN crystal this item is dishwasher safe.