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A French Majolica Artichoke/Asparagus plate by Fives-Lille, Circa 1890.
Made to serve both artichokes or asparagus and showing images of both plants. Glazing of greens on a creamy white ground, with purple on the spear heads of the asparagus. The globe-shaped head of the artichoke plant forms the dipping sauce well. The shaped rim has a gray scrolled acanthus leaf pattern, showing a masked head opposite the sauce well.
9.75 in Diam. x 1 in. H
Book Reference: “Artichauts et Asperges en Barbotine” by Maryse Bottero, pg.149
Mild crazing and light discoloration as expected. A flea bite to rear footing, not affecting the seating of the plate.
