Jean Baptist Stahl Pate-sur-Pate/ Phanolith neoclassical court scene charger
Germany, circa 1899
An exceptional large pate-sur-pate/ phanolith Neoclassical nine draped figures in a highly detailed decorated court scene.
The decoration is executed in pate-sur-pate/ phanolith in white on green background, a style popularized by Wedgwood's Jasperware.
The porcelain sculptor Jean Baptist Stahl (1863-1940), inventor of the phanolith, created these creations using the pate-sur-pate technique. At the Paris World Exhibition around 1900, he was awarded the "Grand Prix" for such plates.
Signed J. Stahl, Lower left, of the charger. This work is fully singed and numbered, the back of the charger is stamped for shape number pattern number 2443, and Mettlach and VB for Villeroy & Boch.


Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Wear consistent with age and use.

Creator:
Brand: Villeroy & Boch; Artist: Jean-Baptiste Stahl

Materials & Techniques:
Porcelain

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

Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good
Wear consistent with age and use.