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A Barbotine majolica oyster plate from La Faïencerie d’Onnaing in northern France, circa 1880 – 1910. Made to hold a dozen oysters.
A star-shaped plate showing six fish heads surrounding a turquoise center sauce well. Six additional fish heads are seen on the end of each arm of the star. A gray, swirl textured ground adds to the appeal of this desirable and dimensional plate. Beautiful bold color.
Marked with the registration stamp, PV Made in France.
Book Reference: ‘Collecting Oysters Plates’ – J. Snyder, pg. 130.
10.5 in. Diam. x 1.5 in.
In very good antique condition. An old tiny fleabite to the mouth of one fish, as shown.
