Exquisite Antique French Majolica Garnissage Applied Iris Art Nouveau Jardiniere

Pottery : Antique : Majolica : French

 

I am very pleased to offer this stunning antique French majolica jardinière that dates to circa 1880-1890. The body of the jardiniere is glazed in an ombre shades of pale blue-green that shades through deep green to chocolate brown at the base. Scrollwork and lion’s head handles mounted to the shoulders and a scrollwork band at the top are also glazed in chocolate brown. An exuberant festoon of a rose colored iris and bud with aqua and honey-glazed foliage trails across the front of the jardinière. The interior is glazed in turquoise. There are no markings on this whatsoever, save the number 65, but in consultation with some French colleagues, we feel this is probably Longchamp. Certainly the quality of the piece is every bit equal to Longchamp! This measures 12 ½” long, 5 ¾” tall and approximately 5 ½” from front to back, excluding the applied decor. It is in superb condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs to the body of the vase. There are 3 minor flakes on the applied petals, but they are not noticeable and do not detract. See the photos for details. Shipping weight: 5 lb. 8 oz. (Location: FD)

MEMBER: Majolica International Society

Item ID: RL040923