Ecole française Limoges - Faience émaillée polychrome – Saint Marc
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Description from the seller
Glazed earthenware plaque – Saint Mark and his lion – 19th century - France - Limoges
Glazed polychrome earthenware plaque depicting Saint Mark, identifiable by his lion.
The saint is depicted to the waist, holding a book and a quill, haloed, on a clouded background enhanced with gold.
Saint Mark, evangelist and author of the second Gospel, is traditionally represented with a lion, symbol of courage and resurrection.
Decor painted under glaze in bright and contrasting colors (red, blue, green), in a Renaissance-inspired style.
Very good overall condition, slight firing irregularities
The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation.
They allow appreciating their condition and characteristics.
Please examine them carefully before any commitment
The object will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslateGlazed earthenware plaque – Saint Mark and his lion – 19th century - France - Limoges
Glazed polychrome earthenware plaque depicting Saint Mark, identifiable by his lion.
The saint is depicted to the waist, holding a book and a quill, haloed, on a clouded background enhanced with gold.
Saint Mark, evangelist and author of the second Gospel, is traditionally represented with a lion, symbol of courage and resurrection.
Decor painted under glaze in bright and contrasting colors (red, blue, green), in a Renaissance-inspired style.
Very good overall condition, slight firing irregularities
The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation.
They allow appreciating their condition and characteristics.
Please examine them carefully before any commitment
The object will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Artist
Ecole française Limoges
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Faience émaillée polychrome – Saint Marc
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition
Height
9 cm
Width
7 cm
Depiction/theme
Religion
Period
1900-1910
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