Longchamp Terre De Fer Hand-Painted Asparagus Plate

Description

A French earthenware, hand-painted square asparagus plate, circa 1890-1910.

A pair of Majolica glazed asparagus tips are shown at each … more A French earthenware, hand-painted square asparagus plate, circa 1890-1910.

A pair of Majolica glazed asparagus tips are shown at each corner. Floral sprays are strewn across the front of a mold with a deep sauce well. The rim shows a painted lined edging. Each plate in this pattern is different.

Showing an impressed makers mark.
Book reference – ‘Artichauts et Asperge in Barbotine’ by Maryse Bottero , pg. 59
9.5 in. Square. x 1.5 in. H
Light wear to high points, a loss to the rear footing, the plate sits well. less