A French majolica asparagus server made by Creil et Montereau, circa 1890. A large oval earthenware master server, although made in one piece, has the trompe l'oeil effect of a brown woven basket sitting on a teal blue fluted under tray. Open handles at each end are formed of two curved, realistically painted asparagus spears. The footed back side is glazed in a turquoise wash and shows an impressed mark, B5, a mold number.

Book Reference - Page # 119 of "Artichauts et Asperges en Barbotine" by Maryse Bottero

9.50 W'' x 16.50 L", handle to handle x 2.75'' H

Excellent, a teeny glaze slip to one handle, in the making.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent, a teeny glaze slip to one handle, in the making.

Origin:
France

Creator:
Brand: Majolica

Materials & Techniques:
Earthenware

Details:
Country of Origin: France
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent, a teeny glaze slip to one handle, in the making.