French Majolica Oyster Plate Aegitna Vallauris, Circa 1950

Description

A beautiful rare French green Majolica oyster plate from Aegitna Vallauris, featuring a flower pattern.
This oyster plate has a … more A beautiful rare French green Majolica oyster plate from Aegitna Vallauris, featuring a flower pattern.
This oyster plate has a striking green glaze with a deep, speckled texture, giving it a vibrant appearance. The design features six petal-like sections radiating from the centre, with a circular well in the middle, perfect for holding oysters or other shellfish. The outer rim of the plate is darker, with a black finish, which contrasts beautifully with the bold green tones of the interior. This glaze plate is handcrafted and artisanally made by Placide Saltalamacchia in Vallauris.

Aegitna Vallauris is a renowned pottery maker founded by Placide Saltalamacchia in the end of the 19th century.
In Vallauris, France, a town with a deep history in ceramics. Known for their vibrant glazes and bold designs, Aegitna pieces often reflect the mid-century modern aesthetic that emerged from this artistic hub, attracting collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.

Creator: Saltalamacchia (Maker),Aegitna Vallauris (Manufacturer)
Dimensions: Height: 1 in (2.54 cm), Diameter: 9.8 in (25 cm)
Weight: 715 g
Style: Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques: Ceramic, Majolica, hand crafted
Place of Origin: France
Period: Mid 20th Century
Date of Manufacture: 1950-1959
Condition: Good less