Dish - Earthenware - Large plate, 49 cm in diameter.

Large archaeologizing terracotta plate, hand-painted – early 20th century – Ø 49 cm
Description
Important and scenographic large terracotta plate, entirely hand-decorated, dating to the early decades of the 20th century, crafted in the archaeologizing style inspired by the figurative pottery of the ancient Greek world.
The piece stands out for its remarkable dimensions, with a diameter of 49 cm, a depth of about 8 cm, and a weight of 4.7 kg.
The center features a fascinating figurative composition of a classical subject, with two figures facing each other, rendered in the characteristic tones of red, white, and black. The scene is framed by an elegant Greek meander and a wide red-orange band.
Of particular effect is the broad span, richly decorated with a sequence of zoomorphic figures and stylized floral motifs, painted in black on the warm natural terracotta background. The alternation of figures and large dotted motifs creates a continuous decoration of considerable graphic strength.
The surface shows a beautiful antique patina, with craquelure, abrasions, wear, and losses of the painted decoration that testify to the object's history and enhance its archaeologizing character. Close-up photographs accurately document the condition.
The reverse, left largely in natural terracotta, retains clear traces of the work and features an ancient hanging system using a metal wire, allowing the plate to be displayed on a wall.
A decorative object with impressive visual presence, particularly suitable for a ceramics collection, traditional furnishings, a study, a library, or as a significant wall element.
Characteristics: hand-painted terracotta; early 20th century; diameter 49 cm; depth about 8 cm; weight 4.7 kg. No signatures or marks are visible on the parts examined.
Condition: shows signs of age, wear to the polychromy, abrasions, craquelure, and small superficial losses, as detailed in the photographs. The images are an integral part of the description.
The plate will be professionally packaged with particular care, given its size and weight.