Gorgeous Antique French Majolica Aqua & Lilac High Button Shoe Vase

Antiques : Ceramics, Porcelain : Majolica : French

 

I am very pleased to offer this gorgeous—and unusual—antique French majolica vase in the form of a high-button shoe glazed in aqua with purple trim and lacings, and with a lilac interior. This likely dates to around 1890. The shoe measures 5 ½” tall and 6” long. It bears no maker’s mark, only the impressed numbers 6421 and 56, so I can’t tell you who made this. I found it in a French market, but I’m not completely convinced that it’s French—I think it could just as well be English, given the lilac interior which I see more often on British wares, than on French. Be that as it may, it is a stunning piece and highly unusual. It is in superb condition with no chips, cracks, or hairlines. There is an old professional repair to the right first ruffle of the shoe, but it is not disfiguring. See the photos for details. Shipping weight: 2 lb. 3 oz. (Location: B2)

MEMBER: Majolica International Society

Item ID: RL050808