Blue and White Faience Serving Platter from Rouen, Early 18th Century

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A gorgeous early 18th-century blue and white serving platter from Rouen, France. It is decorated with a central basket of … more A gorgeous early 18th-century blue and white serving platter from Rouen, France. It is decorated with a central basket of flowers surrounded by a geometrical border made of scrolls, leaves, and fish-scale patterns, in a beautiful camaieu of blues. This large platter features authentic details that are characteristic of early 18th century Rouen, with a thick white glaze and a painterly decor in blue and white inspired by Delft. A rare piece in excellent condition, which would be perfectly displayed in a dresser or on a shelf. less