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19th Century Large Majolica Asparagus Serving Platter

$1,400
£1,072.93
€1,233.15
CA$1,966.37
A$2,200.73
CHF 1,152
MX$26,734.87
NOK 14,627.51
SEK 13,803.56
DKK 9,201.43

About the Item

A very unusual and beautiful French barbotine majolica asparagus serving platter, oval in shape and featuring a typical 'trompe l'oeil' textured decoration of globe artichokes and purple asparagus tips, artfully entwined with each other to create a pleasing colour palette of creams, greens, golds and purples. A small dish-shaped recess at the centre is designed to contain melted butter or vinaigrette, for delicious dipping French-style. Made in the renowned ceramic-producing Orchies area of north-eastern France, around the end of the 19th century. Please take a look at our other matching items, which include sets of individual asparagus serving plates of the same design.
  • Creator:
    Orchies (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    LA CIOTAT, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6419238074922

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