Description
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A French majolica barbotine asparagus and artichoke plate from the Salins-les-Bains region of eastern France, circa 1890.
Most likely produced in the faïencerie des Capucins. Heavy and thickly potted, showing three asparagus spears and a leafy artichoke plant, a scalloped rim and a deep sauce well shaped as the Artichoke globe head.
Reference. pg. 76, Artichauts et Asperges en Barbotine, Maryse Bottero.
9.5 in Diameter x 1 in. H
Very good antique condition, exceptional color.
