19th Century Mafra Palissy Ewer With Cover and Tray

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This Palissy ewer is in excellent condition. Amazing craftsmanship went into the design and making of this piece. It's important … more This Palissy ewer is in excellent condition. Amazing craftsmanship went into the design and making of this piece. It's important to note that this piece still has its under tray. The under tray often gets lost or damaged over the decades. The creatures featured on this piece are four beetles, two frogs, and a lizard. The designer, Mafra (Manuel Gomes), was one of the artists who participated in the Palissy ware revival during the latter part of the 19th century, celebrating the work of the earlier potter, Bernard Palissy (Portuguese 1510 – 1589). less