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Early 20th Century French Palissy Majolica Platter with Snake, Frog, and Shells
$1,300
£985.60
€1,138.58
CA$1,840.56
A$2,064.76
CHF 1,067.54
MX$24,902.16
NOK 13,581.38
SEK 12,720.25
DKK 8,497.61
About the Item
Alive with texture, color, and movement, this early 20th-century French Palissy-style majolica platter brings the natural world to life in vivid relief. At the center, a coiled snake winds through a vibrant marsh, surrounded by frogs, newts, snails, and scattered shells. Glossy glazes in deep green, golden ochre, and cobalt blue add a sense of depth and dampness, while the high-relief modeling invites both touch and close inspection.
Evoking the spirit of Bernard Palissy and the rustic naturalism of 19th-century revivalists, this hand-modeled ceramic piece is more than a decorative dish, it’s a sculptural landscape. The reverse reveals a warm, mottled terracotta finish, grounding the piece in its artisanal origins.
Whether placed on a console, set into a cabinet, or mounted on a wall, this antique French platter offers a dramatic and curious focal point, equal parts art and nature.
Dimensions: 15.75" W x 11" D
Condition: Excellent condition commensurate with age and use.
- Similar to:Bernard Palissy (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 252-2191stDibs: LU951246181112
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