A large, oval serving platter exuding the charm of majolica-style earthenware. This piece, likely by Lucie Ricard of Quebec, features a classic contemporary majolica design with a white tin glaze over red earthenware. The hand-painted, botanical, and organic motifs depict autumnal foliage in shades of cream, green, and gold, beautifully contrasted against a deep blue background. Interspersed among the leaves are subtle representations of pumpkins in a warm, reddish-orange hue, establishing a distinct fall color palette. The glaze exhibits a pleasing crackle effect, characteristic of traditional majolica, though the description states it is not food safe and intended for decorative purposes only. The underside reveals the natural red earthenware with hand-painted streaks of blue, brown, and gold, and a faint impressed mark, possibly an 'A'. This plate was acquired in the late 1990s to early 2000s in Montreal and would make a striking decorative accent for any interior.

Dimensions:
Height - 3"
Width - 22"
Depth - 15"
Weight - 7 lbs

Condition:
Very Good. A stunning, large-scale artisan tureen crafted in the Majolica style. The piece features a highly textured, multi-tonal glaze that mimics the natural variations of a pumpkin. The sculptural lid is topped with a realistic, dried, squash stem handle, and the interior is fully glazed for functional use. The stylized vessel has inspiration from an Asian aesthetic.

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• Low Estimate: 200.00
• High Estimate: 400.00