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Trompe L Oeil Ceramics

Digoin Vintage Fish Serving Set, circa 1950s
Digoin Vintage Fish Serving Set, circa 1950s

Digoin Vintage Fish Serving Set, circa 1950s

By Digoin & Sarreguemines

Located in New York, NY

This playful yet elegant service demonstrates the mid-century taste for trompe-l’œil ceramics, where everyday forms were reimagined with humor and artistry.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Majolica Trompe l’Oeil Garden Stools
Italian Majolica Trompe l’Oeil Garden Stools

Italian Majolica Trompe l’Oeil Garden Stools

Located in Savannah, GA

A pair of Italian majolica trompe l’oeil garden stools, mid-20th century. 13 inches wide by 13 inches deep by 15 ½ inches tall

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Red Onions Natural Rope
Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Red Onions Natural Rope

Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Red Onions Natural Rope

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful set of eleven (11) ceramic red onions on natural rope, trompe l'oeil style, circa mid to late-20th century. Each bulb with root depicting a real red onion. Hang in a kitc...

Category

Late 20th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Rope

Palissy Trompe l’Oeil Majolica Fruit Plates, Set of Three
Palissy Trompe l’Oeil Majolica Fruit Plates, Set of Three

Palissy Trompe l’Oeil Majolica Fruit Plates, Set of Three

By Bernard Palissy

Located in Bruton, GB

A rare set of three decorative Palissy-ware Majolica plates featuring high‑relief , trompe l'oeil style strawberries and leafy vine motifs set against a deep, glossy ceramic base.

Category

Mid-20th Century Country Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Design
Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Design

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Design

By Vallauris

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Majolica glazed ceramic trompe l'oeil black small wall plate attributed to Vallauris. France, 1960s. This plate has a black background and a colorful trompe l'oeil deco...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif
Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif

Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Large Wall Plate Trompe L'oeil Seafood Motif

By Vallauris

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching Majolica glazed ceramic trompe l'oeil plate attributed to Vallauris. France, 1960s. This large plate has a black background and a colorful trompe l'oeil decoration comp...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

By Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque on a turquoise ground with lemons molded in high relief, circa 1880, 8-inches diameter. Generally referred to as "Mento...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880
George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880

By George Jones & Sons

Located in Banner Elk, NC

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Rare Tile, naturalistically molded in high relief with a large green-glazed lily pad and waterlilies, on a cobalt blue ground, the reverse with im...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880
George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Waterlily Tile, Cobalt Ground, ca. 1880

By George Jones & Sons

Located in Banner Elk, NC

George Jones Majolica Trompe L'oeil Rare Tile, naturalistically molded in high relief with a large green-glazed lily pad and waterlilies, on a cobalt blue ground, the reverse with pa...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish
Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish

Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous majolica ceramic asparagus dish or spoon rest Portugal, Circa 1980s Measures: 7.25"W x 5"D x 0.75"H Very good original vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s Portuguese French Provincial Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Trompe l'Oeil Porcelain Canister by Mancioli, Italy, 1960s
Trompe l'Oeil Porcelain Canister by Mancioli, Italy, 1960s

Trompe l'Oeil Porcelain Canister by Mancioli, Italy, 1960s

By Mancioli Pottery, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Trompe l'Oeil Porcelain Canister depicting a stack of 29 plates with walnuts on top plate, circa 1960s. This vintage item is signed on the bottom: Mancioli - Italy. It is alm...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

French Vallauris Trompe l’Oeil Basket Weave Cheese Platter
French Vallauris Trompe l’Oeil Basket Weave Cheese Platter

French Vallauris Trompe l’Oeil Basket Weave Cheese Platter

By Vallauris

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A trompe l’oeil cheese platter by Faiences et Poteries Provençales, Vallauris, France, circa 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Hollywood Regency Trompe L'Oeil Candle in Turquoise and Gold Faience, a Pair
Hollywood Regency Trompe L'Oeil Candle in Turquoise and Gold Faience, a Pair

Hollywood Regency Trompe L'Oeil Candle in Turquoise and Gold Faience, a Pair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A stunning pair of ceramic Hollywood Regency style candlesticks. Each piece is shaped in a faux ruffle style, giving the look of a ruffled piece of fabric. The middle is glazed in a ...

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ceramics

Materials

Gold

Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Faux Wicker Bread or Fruit Bowl with Candle Holder, Spain
Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Faux Wicker Bread or Fruit Bowl with Candle Holder, Spain

Trompe L'oeil Ceramic Faux Wicker Bread or Fruit Bowl with Candle Holder, Spain

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A lovely round white ceramic bread or fruit bowl from Spain. Created from ceramic, this Trompe L'Oeil basket is woven to appear like a wicker basket. It has a small hole in the botto...

Category

20th Century Spanish Bohemian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Footed Dish
Vintage Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Footed Dish

Vintage Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Footed Dish

Located in Pearland, TX

A lovely vintage Italian majolica trompe l'oeil green asparagus footed dish, platter, or bowl. Marked "Italy" on reverse. It displays beautifully and would also be perfect for servin...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

19th Century Majolica Trompe L'oeil Chestnut Tureen Sarreguemines
19th Century Majolica Trompe L'oeil Chestnut Tureen Sarreguemines

19th Century Majolica Trompe L'oeil Chestnut Tureen Sarreguemines

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

19th Majolica chestnut tureen signed Sarreguemines. rare Bag trompe L'oeil.

Category

Antique 1890s French Country Soup Tureens

Materials

Ceramic

French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Duck Pâté Tureen
French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Duck Pâté Tureen

French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Duck Pâté Tureen

Located in Austin, TX

French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Duck Pâté Tureen.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun
French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe l’oeil porcelain tureen signed "Mehun" manufacture of Pillivuyt, circa 1900. The manufacture of Pillivuyt produced different kinds of porcelain and this tureens Pate´t...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Soup Tureens

Materials

Ceramic

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun
French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe l'oeil porcelain pate tureen signed "Mehun" manufacture of Pillivuyt, circa 1900. The manufacture of Pillivuyt produced different kinds of porcelain and this tureens P...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Rooster Pâté Tureen
French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Rooster Pâté Tureen

French Trompe L'oeil White Porcelain Rooster Pâté Tureen

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe l oeil white porcelain Rooster Pate tureen circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Royal Bayreuth Trompe-l’Oeil Porcelain Plate, 1900 - Tomato & Cabbage
Royal Bayreuth Trompe-l’Oeil Porcelain Plate, 1900 - Tomato & Cabbage

Royal Bayreuth Trompe-l’Oeil Porcelain Plate, 1900 - Tomato & Cabbage

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Executed in the celebrated trompe-l’oeil tradition for which Royal Bayreuth became internationally renowned, the piece combines sculptural modeling, vivid coloration, and remarkable ...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Two French Pillivuyt Trompe L’oeil Covered Game Tureens
Two French Pillivuyt Trompe L’oeil Covered Game Tureens

Two French Pillivuyt Trompe L’oeil Covered Game Tureens

Located in San Francisco, CA

These extremely charming and highly collectable tureens were produced by the renowned Pillivuyt factory in Mehun-sur-Yèvre, France. At the beginning of the 20th century, the company ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Model of a Peach
Chinese Export Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Model of a Peach

Chinese Export Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Model of a Peach

Located in Downingtown, PA

"Symbol of Immortality": Large Chinese Export Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Peach (Altar Fruit) Circa 1850 A striking and unusually large Chinese Export porcelain model of a peach, datin...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Tureen, Probably Thuringian
18th Century Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Tureen, Probably Thuringian

18th Century Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Tureen, Probably Thuringian

Located in Downingtown, PA

18th Century Porcelain Trompe-L'oeil Asparagus Spears Tureen, Probably German porcelain probably Thuringian Circa 1770-1800 The porcelain tureen or box and cover are modeled in ...

Category

Antique 1770s Georgian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Oval Platter, Italian Porcelain, 20th Century
Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Oval Platter, Italian Porcelain, 20th Century

Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Oval Platter, Italian Porcelain, 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage oval Trompe L'oeil platter with eggplant, squash & green beans on a white background. This very fine piece stands on it's own & would be a great addition to your coll...

Category

20th Century Italian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen
Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen

Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen attributed to Pillivuyt Mehun, France, circa 1900 Pâté en croûte is a French charcuterie delicacy featuring a savory mix of meats encased in a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Pottery

Materials

Porcelain

Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen
Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen

Pillivuyt Mehun French Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Trompe l’Oeil Paté en Croûte Tureen attributed to Pillivuyt Mehun, France, circa 1900 Pâté en croûte is a French charcuterie delicacy featuring a savory mix of meats encased in a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Pottery

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century White Glazed Ceramic Trompe L'Oeil Fruit Topiary
Mid-Century White Glazed Ceramic Trompe L'Oeil Fruit Topiary

Mid-Century White Glazed Ceramic Trompe L'Oeil Fruit Topiary

Located in Elkhart, IN

An elegant mid-20th century white glazed ceramic fruit topiary featuring an abundant arrangement of sculpted fruit overflowing from a classical urn. Executed in crisp monochromatic g...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Country Centerpieces

Materials

Ceramic

French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900
French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900

French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe L'oeil pate tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900, Pate en croute.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Soup Tureens

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Mushroom Casserole Dish
Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Mushroom Casserole Dish

Vintage Italian Glazed Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Mushroom Casserole Dish

Located in Elkhart, IN

A stunning and rare majolica ceramic trompe l'Oeil mushroom covered dish or casserole Italy, Circa 1960s Measures: 10.5"W x 7.5"D x 7"H Very good original vintage condition. No ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Country Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900
French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900

French Trompe L'oeil Pate Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe L'oeil pate tureen Pillivuyt Mehun, circa 1900, Pate en croute.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Soup Tureens

Materials

Ceramic

French Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Server With Fruits, circa 1880
French Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Server With Fruits, circa 1880

French Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Server With Fruits, circa 1880

By Orchies

Located in Austin, TX

Large French fruits trompe l'oeil lidded server, circa 1880. Grapes, plums, nuts, pears and apple. North of France maybe Orchies.

Category

Antique 1880s French Country Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Monumental Italian Majolica Cabbage & Citrus Tureen, Trompe l’Oeil Centerpiece
Monumental Italian Majolica Cabbage & Citrus Tureen, Trompe l’Oeil Centerpiece

Monumental Italian Majolica Cabbage & Citrus Tureen, Trompe l’Oeil Centerpiece

By Dodie Thayer

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A spectacular and monumental Italian majolica trompe l’oeil cabbage tureen crowned with a vibrant citrus finial, executed in richly glazed hand-modeled earthenware. This exceptional ...

Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Soup Tureens

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Centerpiece Fruit Basket pottery ceramic 1950s
Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Centerpiece Fruit Basket pottery ceramic 1950s

Italian Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Centerpiece Fruit Basket pottery ceramic 1950s

By Longchamp, Julius Dressler, Delphin Massier, Minton, Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

A delightful large XL Mid-century majolica centerpiece trompe l'oeil of mixed fruits. Fully hand-crafted and painted Design in the style of: Joseph Saissi, Menton, Palissy ware, Long...

Category

20th Century Italian Baroque Centerpieces

Materials

Majolica, Pottery

Sarreguemines French Barbotine Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Melon Covered Tureen
Sarreguemines French Barbotine Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Melon Covered Tureen

Sarreguemines French Barbotine Majolica Trompe l'Oeil Melon Covered Tureen

By Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French Majolica covered tureen in the shape of a trompe l’oeil melon by Sarreguemines, circa 1900. Molded in the form of a large yellow melon with green vines and leaves. The li...

Category

Early 20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Serving Pieces

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Walnuts
19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Walnuts

19th Century Old Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Walnuts

Located in Litchfield, CT

Antique 19th century Paris porcelain trompe l'oeil plate decorated with walnuts. Beautiful bright green border with floral reserves. Measures 10 1/8" diameter. Good condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

French Baguette Knife – Wood & Metal Trompe-l’œil – France, 20th Century
French Baguette Knife – Wood & Metal Trompe-l’œil – France, 20th Century

French Baguette Knife – Wood & Metal Trompe-l’œil – France, 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

French Baguette Knife – Wood & Metal Trompe-l’œil – France, 20th Century Description: This is an unusual and highly decorative bread knife, made in France during the 20th century, c...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Knife Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th century Jacob Petit Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Vegetable Tureen
19th century Jacob Petit Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Vegetable Tureen

19th century Jacob Petit Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Vegetable Tureen

Located in Litchfield, CT

Antique 19th century Jacob Petit Paris porcelain vegetable tureen and cover. The base in the form of a woven basket; the lid extravagantly molded with nearly every type of vegetable ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun
French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe l oeil porcelain Mallard duck pa^te´ tureen signed "Mehun" manufacture of Pillivuyt, circa 1900. The tureen is a trompe l'oeil pate with a mallard duck head handle. T...

Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Basket of Eggs by Este, Italian Porcelain Art
Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Basket of Eggs by Este, Italian Porcelain Art

Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Basket of Eggs by Este, Italian Porcelain Art

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Very fine Trompe L'Oeil basket of eggs by Este. This rare piece was made in Italy in the 20th Century. Very realistic three-dimensional form.

Category

20th Century Italian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Keller & Guérin Luneville French Trompe L’Oeil Napkin Burgundy Asparagus Server
Keller & Guérin Luneville French Trompe L’Oeil Napkin Burgundy Asparagus Server

Keller & Guérin Luneville French Trompe L’Oeil Napkin Burgundy Asparagus Server

By Keller & Guérin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An Aesthetic Movement French Faïence trompe l’oeil asparagus server, Keller & Guerin, Luneville – circa 1890-1900. A scarce example – a fluted edge burgundy colored plate with a “...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware

1980s Fitz and Floyd Trompe l'Oeil Ceramic Basket Casserole Dish
1980s Fitz and Floyd Trompe l'Oeil Ceramic Basket Casserole Dish

1980s Fitz and Floyd Trompe l'Oeil Ceramic Basket Casserole Dish

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Elkhart, IN

A charming circa-1980s Fitz & Floyd covered casserole dish designed as a woven white basket, complete with sculpted vegetables and leafy details in softly colored glaze. The trompe l...

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Country Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

19th c. Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Pretzel and Baguette
19th c. Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Pretzel and Baguette

19th c. Paris Porcelain Trompe L'oeil Plate Decorated with Pretzel and Baguette

Located in Litchfield, CT

Antique 19th century Paris porcelain trompe l'oeil plate decorated with breads and pretzel. Beautiful bright pink border. Measures 9 3/4" diameter. Good condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Sculptural Trompe-l'Oeil Solid Wood 'Nut on Skis' Bottle Holder, 1970s
Sculptural Trompe-l'Oeil Solid Wood 'Nut on Skis' Bottle Holder, 1970s

Sculptural Trompe-l'Oeil Solid Wood 'Nut on Skis' Bottle Holder, 1970s

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This astonishing bottle holder is a perfect testament to the playful and quirky spirit of 1970s design. Borrowing both from the Pop Art movement (with its concept of an oversized ind...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Sarreguemines Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Napkin Egg Box Pâté Terrine
Sarreguemines Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Napkin Egg Box Pâté Terrine

Sarreguemines Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Napkin Egg Box Pâté Terrine

By Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the Sarreguemines Majolica Napkin line, a trompe l’oeil egg box or Pâté Terrine, France, circa 1885- 1890. An earthenware, faïence lidded egg box modeled as fresh eggs wrappe...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware

Sarreguemines French Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Border Napkin Bread Tray
Sarreguemines French Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Border Napkin Bread Tray

Sarreguemines French Majolica Trompe L’Oeil Greek Key Border Napkin Bread Tray

By Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the Sarreguemines Majolica line, a trompe l’oeil napkin bread tray, France, circa 1885-1890. An earthenware, faïence bread tray modeled as a cloth napkin with a floral and chec...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware

Creil et Montereau French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Server, circa 1890
Creil et Montereau French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Server, circa 1890

Creil et Montereau French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Server, circa 1890

By Creil et Montereau

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French Majolica asparagus server made by Creil et Montereau, circa 1890. This large oval earthenware master serving platter, although made in one piece, has the trompe l’oeil effec...

Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Earthenware

Keller & Guerin St Clément Luneville Trompe L’Oeil Art Nouveau Asparagus Server
Keller & Guerin St Clément Luneville Trompe L’Oeil Art Nouveau Asparagus Server

Keller & Guerin St Clément Luneville Trompe L’Oeil Art Nouveau Asparagus Server

By Saint-Clément

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An Aesthetic Movement French Faïence trompe l’oeil asparagus server, Keller & Guerin St. Clément, circa 1890-1900, in the Art Nouveau style. Molded to imitate a fringed and floral...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Serving Pieces

Materials

Earthenware

Set of Three Majolica Trompe L'oeil Seafood Wall Plates as Wall Decoration
Set of Three Majolica Trompe L'oeil Seafood Wall Plates as Wall Decoration

Set of Three Majolica Trompe L'oeil Seafood Wall Plates as Wall Decoration

Located in Barcelona, ES

Trompe L'Oeil wall decoration / decorative wall plates, majolica, ceramic, Portugal, 1940s-1950s A colorful wall composition comprised by three Majolica glazed ceramic wall plates wi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

Émile Gallé St Clément Art Nouveau Trompe L'oeil French Asparagus Plate, 1870
Émile Gallé St Clément Art Nouveau Trompe L'oeil French Asparagus Plate, 1870

Émile Gallé St Clément Art Nouveau Trompe L'oeil French Asparagus Plate, 1870

By Émile Gallé

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From St. Clément, Luneville and designed by Émile Gallé, a Barbotine square shaped, trompe l’oeil asparagus plate, circa 1870. Five raised asparagus spears are strewn across a bei...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware

Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates
Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates

Unmatching Pair of Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Crab Lobster Large Wall Plates

Located in Barcelona, ES

Extra large spider crab and lobster seafood plates wall decoration, Majolica, glazed ceramic. Portugal, 1950s Rare find. A colorful pair of fine Majolica glazed ceramic plates with s...

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20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Covered Dish "trompe l'oeil" c.1868 Old Chistofle also at Orsay Museum
Covered Dish "trompe l'oeil" c.1868 Old Chistofle also at Orsay Museum

Covered Dish "trompe l'oeil" c.1868 Old Chistofle also at Orsay Museum

By Christofle

Located in Paris, FR

Exemplifying the elegance of the Louis XV style, this incredible silvered metal dish or plate, expertly crafted by Christofle during the 19th century, stands as a rare treasure. Its ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Green Lettuce or Cabbage Leaf Serving or Dip Bowl Trompe l'Oeil Style, 5 Avail
Green Lettuce or Cabbage Leaf Serving or Dip Bowl Trompe l'Oeil Style, 5 Avail

Green Lettuce or Cabbage Leaf Serving or Dip Bowl Trompe l'Oeil Style, 5 Avail

Located in New York, NY

**There are five (5) green lettuce bowls available, each sold separately, as per listing. A vintage green and white lettuce or cabbage leaf serving or dip bowl, in the Palm Beach a...

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Late 20th Century Portuguese Serving Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

MH Russian .875 Silver Cigar Box Trompe L'Oeil Wood Panels w/Gilt c.1886 (#6987)
MH Russian .875 Silver Cigar Box Trompe L'Oeil Wood Panels w/Gilt c.1886 (#6987)

MH Russian .875 Silver Cigar Box Trompe L'Oeil Wood Panels w/Gilt c.1886 (#6987)

Located in Big Bend, WI

MH Extraordinary MH Russian .875 silver cigar box dated 1886, assay IYS (Ivan Yev Stigneev). This box features trompe l'oeil wood panels with realistic grain. The center of lid is...

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Antique 1850s Russian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Michel Harvey Pink Trompe-l’Oeil Ceramic Tank Top Vase Sculpture, Canada, 1980s
Michel Harvey Pink Trompe-l’Oeil Ceramic Tank Top Vase Sculpture, Canada, 1980s

Michel Harvey Pink Trompe-l’Oeil Ceramic Tank Top Vase Sculpture, Canada, 1980s

By Michel Harvey

Located in Toronto, CA

A compelling conversation piece and collectible example of Canadian studio pottery, this work sits at the intersection of Pop Art, trompe-l’œil design, and sculptural ceramics—perfec...

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Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Pitcher with Faux Wood Motif, France, 1960s
Ceramic Pitcher with Faux Wood Motif, France, 1960s

Ceramic Pitcher with Faux Wood Motif, France, 1960s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Style : Mid-Century Modern Rustic Modern Trompe-l'œil French Decorative Ceramics Organic Design 1960s Key Features : Glazed ceramic Hand-painted faux wood decor Slender shape with i...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Rustic Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun
French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

French Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Mallard Duck Pâté Tureen Pillivuyt Mehun

By Charles Pillivuyt & Cie

Located in Austin, TX

French trompe l oeil porcelain Mallard duck Pâté tureen signed "Mehun" manufacture of Pillivuyt, circa 1900. The tureen is a trompe l'oeil pate with a mallard duck head handle. The...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

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Marilyn Levine -  Pit Case, Trompe L'oeil ceramic "leather"
Marilyn Levine -  Pit Case, Trompe L'oeil ceramic "leather"

Marilyn Levine - Pit Case, Trompe L'oeil ceramic "leather"

By Marilyn Levine

Located in Berkeley, CA

Aged leather to Levine was a metaphor for the time and use over one's lifetime. She captured this feel with meticulous ceramic technique. Considered one of the most important Trompe ...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Cabbage Head Pair of Trompe L'Oeil Faïence Terrines
Cabbage Head Pair of Trompe L'Oeil Faïence Terrines

Cabbage Head Pair of Trompe L'Oeil Faïence Terrines

By Paul Hannong

Located in Weinheim, DE

Strasbourg faïence, period of Paul Hannong, circa 1750 Modelled by Johann Wilhelm Lanz 1. Ø 13,27 inch / Height 8.27 inch 2. Ø 14,50 inch / Height 9.84 inch The terrines deri...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Rococo Ceramics

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Onion
Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Onion

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Onion

Unavailable

H 9.25 in W 9.25 in D 1 in

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Onion

By Cabinet Du Porcelaine

Located in New York, NY

A trompe l'oeil porcelain plate with onions, from Cabinet du Porcelaine located on the Rue du Bac in Paris.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Porcelain

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Mushrooms
Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Mushrooms

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Mushrooms

Unavailable

H 9.3 in W 9.3 in D 1 in

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Mushrooms

Located in New York, NY

A trompe l'oeil porcelain plate with mushrooms from the Cabinet du Porcelaine, located on the Rue du Bac in Paris

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21st Century and Contemporary French Porcelain

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Chestnuts
Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Chestnuts

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Chestnuts

Unavailable

H 9.3 in W 9.3 in D 1 in

Trompe L'oeil Porcelain Plate with Chestnuts

Located in New York, NY

A trompe l'oeill porcelain plate with chestnuts from the Cabinet du Porcelaine, located on the Rue de Bac in Paris.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

White Ground Trompe L'oeil Pottery Radish Plate
White Ground Trompe L'oeil Pottery Radish Plate

White Ground Trompe L'oeil Pottery Radish Plate

Located in Hudson, NY

Pair of Italian glazed pottery trompe l'oeil radish plate. Marked Italy on the reverse. One plate is missing the green pottery radish top. Otherwise in mint condition. Sold as is.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Russian Silver-Gilt Trompe L'Oeil Cigar Case
Russian Silver-Gilt Trompe L'Oeil Cigar Case

Russian Silver-Gilt Trompe L'Oeil Cigar Case

Unavailable

H 1.25 in W 4.25 in D 2.25 in

Russian Silver-Gilt Trompe L'Oeil Cigar Case

Located in London, GB

A fine parcel-gilt Russian cigar or cigarette case for the pocket in original presentation box. While the body of the case is gold-plated, the beautifully engraved trompe l'oeil ciga...

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

A Wedgwood Pearlware Trompe L’Oeil Oyster Barrel
A Wedgwood Pearlware Trompe L’Oeil Oyster Barrel

A Wedgwood Pearlware Trompe L’Oeil Oyster Barrel

Located in London, GB

A Wedgwood Pearlware Trompe L’Oeil Oyster Barrel, Cover and Stand, the stand and barrel painted as faux bois with darker iron banding to the barrel, the edge of the stand and the cov...

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Antique 19th Century English Tableware

Materials

Pearlware

Vintage Italian Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Serving Dish
Vintage Italian Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Serving Dish

Vintage Italian Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Serving Dish

Unavailable

H 1.97 in W 11.62 in D 8.08 in

Vintage Italian Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Serving Dish

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely Italian hand glazed asparagus serving plate made using the trompe l'oeil technique to form a lush background to serve blanched asparagus and a lovely plate to display when not...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

Trompe L'oeil Oyster Serving Plate and Six Dinner Plates by St Cle'ment
Trompe L'oeil Oyster Serving Plate and Six Dinner Plates by St Cle'ment

Trompe L'oeil Oyster Serving Plate and Six Dinner Plates by St Cle'ment

Located in Stamford, CT

A midcentury glazed ceramic Trompe L'oeil “Clement” green, yellow, multi-color oyster serving plate and 6 plates. Made in France by St. Clement. Set includes one large central servin...

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Vintage 1930s Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Homard Lobster Plate
Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Homard Lobster Plate

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Homard Lobster Plate

Located in Birmingham, AL

Palissy style majolica homard lobster plate. Portuguese trompe-l'oeil platter features a bright red lobster on a textured and mottled ground of sand, mussels, kelp and shells. Highly...

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spider Crab Plate
Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spider Crab Plate

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spider Crab Plate

Located in Birmingham, AL

Palissy style majolica spider crab plate. Portuguese trompe-l'oeil platter features a spider crab on a textured and mottled ground of sand, mussels, seaweed and shells. Impressed mar...

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spiny Lobster Plate
Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spiny Lobster Plate

Palissy Style Majolica Trompe-l'oeil Spiny Lobster Plate

Located in Birmingham, AL

Very collectible Palissy style majolica langouste (spiny or rock lobster) plate. Portuguese trompe-l'oeil platter features a bright red langouste on a textured and mottled ground of ...

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Early 20th Century Portuguese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Trompe l'oeil Plaque with Turkeys, Signed Pinheiro, circa 1890
Majolica Trompe l'oeil Plaque with Turkeys, Signed Pinheiro, circa 1890

Majolica Trompe l'oeil Plaque with Turkeys, Signed Pinheiro, circa 1890

By Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Majolica Trompe l'oeil Plaque with colorfully glazed Turkeys in a woodland landscape, molded in high relief, the grasses formed by applied extruded clay, the reverse with impressed m...

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Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Plate « Trompe-L’oeil », Nevers, 18th Century
Plate « Trompe-L’oeil », Nevers, 18th Century

Plate « Trompe-L’oeil », Nevers, 18th Century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Plate « trompe-l’Oeil » presenting a dish of apricots Nevers, 18th century Faience, fine glazed pottery Diameter 25 cm Rare earthenware bowl decorated with naturalistically-mod...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Delft and Faience

Materials

Faience

Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1890
Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1890

Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'Oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1890

By Delphin Massier

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Delphin Massier Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil pink flower plate, French, circa 1890, naturalistically molded as a rosehip flower. Measurements: Diameter 7.75 x Height 1.25. F...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1895
Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1895

Delphin Massier Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Flower Plate, French, circa 1895

By Delphin Massier

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Delphin Massier Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil pink flower plate, French, circa 1895, naturalistically molded as a rosehip flower. Measurements: Diameter 7.75 x height 1.25. Fo...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton

By Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with oranges molded in high relief, circa 1880. Generally referred to as "Menton," these rare pieces of Barbotine (Fren...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

By Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil wall plaque, with lemons molded in high relief, circa 1880. Generally referred to as "Menton," these rare pieces of Barbotine (Fren...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870

By Delphin Massier

Located in Banner Elk, NC

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil pink sunflower plate by Delphin Massier, circa 1870, measures: 8 inches, naturalistically relief molded as a French pink sunflower, signed to reverse, '...

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Pink Sunflower Plate, Delphin Massier, circa 1870

By Delphin Massier

Located in Banner Elk, NC

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil pink sunflower plate by Delphin Massier, circs 1870, measures: 8 inches, naturalistically relief molded as a French pink sunflower, signed to reverse, '...

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Lemons, Perret-Gentil, Menton

By Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque on a turquoise ground with lemons molded in high relief, circa 1880, 8-inches diameter. Generally referred to as "Mento...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Perret-Gentil, Menton

By Perret-Gentil Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque on a turquoise ground with oranges molded in high relief, circa 1880, with impressed mark for Eugene Perret-Gentil, diame...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Joseph Saissi, Menton
French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Joseph Saissi, Menton

French Majolica Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque with Oranges, Joseph Saissi, Menton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Menton French Majolica (Barbotine) Trompe L'oeil Wall Plaque formed as hanging oranges molded in high relief with leaves and blossoms, circa 1880, the reverse with impressed mark for...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Covered Box
Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Covered Box

Majolica Ceramic Trompe L'oeil Asparagus Covered Box

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous Majolica ceramic trompe l'Oeil asparagus covered box Italy, circa 1980s Measures: 6.25"W x 6.25"D x 8.75"H Very good original vintage condition.

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Vintage 1980s Italian French Provincial Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Six Trompe L'oeil Cantaloupe Ceramic Bowls
Six Trompe L'oeil Cantaloupe Ceramic Bowls

Six Trompe L'oeil Cantaloupe Ceramic Bowls

By Ed Langbein

Located in New York, NY

Six glazed ceramic bowls in the remarkably realistic form of cantaloupe halves by Ed Langbein

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Vintage 1950s Italian Serving Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish
Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish

Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish

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H 1.25 in W 12.5 in D 7.5 in

Majolica Ceramic Trompe l'Oeil Asparagus Dish

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous majolica ceramic asparagus platter Portugal, Circa 1980s Measures: 12.5"W x 7.5"D x 1.25"H Very good original vintage condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Portuguese French Provincial Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Lemon Fruit Motif Majolica Decorative Trompe L’Oeil Plate Fitz & Floyd
Ceramic Lemon Fruit Motif Majolica Decorative Trompe L’Oeil Plate Fitz & Floyd

Ceramic Lemon Fruit Motif Majolica Decorative Trompe L’Oeil Plate Fitz & Floyd

By Fitz and Floyd

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Octagonal Majolica lemon motif plate in green, yellow, blue and red. This piece by Fitz and Floyd would be a fabulous addition to any plate collection. Either for a place setting or ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

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Trompe L Oeil Ceramics For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of trompe l oeil ceramics available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, earthenware and majolica, all trompe l oeil ceramics available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of trompe l oeil ceramics available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Trompe l oeil ceramics made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made trompe l oeil ceramics over the years, but those made by Charles Pillivuyt & Cie, Delphin Massier and Sarreguemines are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Trompe L Oeil Ceramics?

Prices for trompe l oeil ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, trompe l oeil ceramics begin at $175 and can go as high as $10,916, while the average can fetch as much as $683.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.