Antique pitcher, 19th century, in polychrome slipware. Unique piece. Bulbous shape resting on a circular base. Richly molded side handle in a volute design, decorated with relief pearls. Protruding spout adorned with a neo-Renaissance motif of raised cabochons. Main decor featuring a stylized thistle, central flower, ribbed and thorny leaves. Background rhythmically patterned with a textured geometric design, cross-hatched dots, creating a pleasing contrast with the vegetal volumes. The lower part displaying a decor of vegetal scrolls and tendrils evoking leafy aquatic movements. The upper part highlighted by an ochre frieze surmounted by a band of bluish ogival motifs inspired by neo-Gothic design. Rich and harmonious color palette. Emerald green gradient to water green. Ochre, gold-brown, and cream. Blue and purple highlights on the upper frieze. The overall effect is vibrant but not garish. Pitcher dating from the 19th century, early Art Nouveau, marked with a pressed number. Earthenware from the East, likely Onnaing or Sarreguemines. It is in very beautiful condition. Well-preserved shiny glaze.
No cracks.
Slight wear on the glaze visible in the photos. ? 20 X 12 cm. ✨ Very careful shipping. ✨ We have other listings online, feel free to take a look. 12/25. L: 12 W: 18 H: 20
Antique pitcher, 19th century, in polychrome slipware. Unique piece. Bulbous shape resting on a circular base. Richly molded side handle in a volute design, decorated with relief pearls. Protruding spout adorned with a neo-Renaissance motif of raised cabochons. Main decor featuring a stylized thistle, central flower, ribbed and thorny leaves. Background rhythmically patterned with a textured geometric design, cross-hatched dots, creating a pleasing contrast with the vegetal volumes. The lower part displaying a decor of vegetal scrolls and tendrils evoking leafy aquatic movements. The upper part highlighted by an ochre frieze surmounted by a band of bluish ogival motifs inspired by neo-Gothic design. Rich and harmonious color palette. Emerald green gradient to water green. Ochre, gold-brown, and cream. Blue and purple highlights on the upper frieze. The overall effect is vibrant but not garish. Pitcher dating from the 19th century, early Art Nouveau, marked with a pressed number. Earthenware from the East, likely Onnaing or Sarreguemines. It is in very beautiful condition. Well-preserved shiny glaze.
No cracks.
Slight wear on the glaze visible in the photos. ? 20 X 12 cm. ✨ Very careful shipping. ✨ We have other listings online, feel free to take a look. 12/25. L: 12 W: 18 H: 20