Gorgeous Antique German Majolica Villeroy & Boch Art Nouveau Snowdrop Plate

Pottery : Antique : Majolica : German

 

I am especially pleased to offer this gorgeous old reticulated floral plate which dates to the turn of the century. This just screams Art Nouveau, doesn’t it? An example of this pattern in a different color scheme can be seen in D. Michael Murray's book European Majolica on page 114. I've included a photo of the page for those who don't have access to the book. A double ring of stylized snowdrops glazed in white and yellow with deep green foliage, all on a light mocha background, encircles the center of this plate. The pierced border is accented with a band of stylized flowers glazed in aqua. The plate measures 6 3/4” in diameter. It is clearly marked on the back with the Villeroy & Boch impressed mark that was in use between 1895 and 1912. It also bears the impressed numbers 1315 and 9. It is in superb condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, repairs, etc. There is light scuffing on the table rim where the plate is in direct contact with the table, but that's all. Shipping weight: 1 lb. 14 oz. (Location: MB1)

MEMBER: Majolica International Society

Item ID: RL0607011