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What is pottery in art?
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In art, pottery is the term for a particular medium. Generally, the term refers to artworks produced out of clay or a similar material that has been shaped and then allowed to harden with the application of heat. Pottery can be purely decorative or serve a functional purpose, such as holding food or floral arrangements. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pottery.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
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French Brown Majolica Oyster Plate, circa 1940
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
French brown Majolica oyster plate signed Luneville circa 1940.
Category
Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Chocolate Oyster Plate Luneville
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica chocolate oyster plate with green seaweeds Luneville.
Reference: Page 43 "Oyster plates" of J. Karsnitz.
Category
Antique 1880s French Country Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
French Majolica Strawberries Plate Luneville, circa 1880
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica strawberries plate circa 1880 Luneville.
Category
Antique 1880s French Victorian Dinner Plates
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Asparagus Platter Luneville
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica Asparagus Platter Server signed Luneville.
Category
Antique 1890s French Country Platters and Serveware
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
French Majolica Strawberries Jardiniere Luneville, circa 1880
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica Strawberries Jardiniere signed Luneville, circa 1880.
Category
Antique 1880s French Victorian Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Majolica Chocolate Oyster Plate Luneville
By Luneville
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica chocolate oyster plate with green seaweeds Luneville.
Reference: Page 43 "Oyster plates" of J. Karsnitz.
Category
Antique 1880s French Country Dinner Plates
Materials
Majolica, Ceramic
