Superb Large Antique French Majolica Frie Onnaing Art Nouveau Corail Jardiniere Cache Pot

Pottery : Antique : Majolica : French

 

Wow, what a gorgeous piece this is; Frie Onnaing did Art Nouveau so well! With its deep jade background offset by the buff and rose of the stylized flower design, not to mention its carmine lining, this jardinière or cache pot is a masterpiece. The pattern name is "Corail". It measures 8 ½” tall and 11” in diameter. It is clearly marked on the base with Frie Onnaing’s impressed logo with a shield, “Made in France”, and the words “Mepoco Ware”. This piece likely dates to between 1890 and 1914, given its design and mark. It is in superb condition with its only issues being a very small, tight hairline of less than 1” and a missing finial on one of the handles (see the photos). There is gentle crazing appropriate to its age, but no discoloration associated with it, so it doesn’t detract from its beauty in any way. Shipping weight: 8 lb. 6 oz. (Location: OD)

MEMBER: Majolica International Society

Item ID: RL0507008