XX Century Juncal Ceramic Style Tureen & Platter

This is a large 19th-century faience vase, manufactured by the renowned Viúva Lamego factory in Portugal, as indicated by the mark "V.L. Made in Portugal" on the interior. Beautifully hand-painted in cobalt blue on a white background, this piece features intricate decorative motifs, including floral garlands, foliage, and stylized faces, creating a rich and ornate design. The vase showcases exquisite craftsmanship typical of Portuguese faience from this period, with influences from classical and baroque styles. The sculptural elements, such as the face adorned with flowers, give it a unique character. It is identical to some pieces found in the gardens of the National Palace of Queluz, highlighting its royal and aristocratic association. Such vases were often used as monumental garden urns...

Viuva Lamego Ceramic is a prestigious Portuguese ceramics company renowned for its production of high-quality artistic tiles, particularly azulejos. The company was founded in 1849 b...

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Provenance: From the collection of the Manoir De Polminhac Cantal No. 17

Qianlong Period. 1785. Oval tureen and platter. Platter dimensions: 14.5" by 12" wide. With sunflower painted in famille rose enamels with floral baskets.

A very nice mid 19th century Chinese export porcelain soup tureen with under plate, circa 1850s. The stand is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 14.5...

With domed cover with gilt lemon finial on a conforming base with two handles.