Attributed to Fourmaintraux, Desvres - Vase - Earthenware
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Antique French faience vase attributed to Fourmaintraux, Desvres, in glazed earthenware, baluster form with a scalloped rim, 19 cm high and about 9 cm base diameter, polychrome floral decoration in Rococo Revival style, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century, in good condition with minor signs of aging.
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Antique French Faience Vase – Attributed to Fourmaintraux, Desvres
A beautiful antique-style French faience vase, attributed to the historic Fourmaintraux pottery tradition of Desvres, France.
This elegant vase features a richly decorated baluster-shaped body, an elaborate scalloped rim and two large, graceful scrolling handles inspired by the Rococo tradition.
The surface is decorated with a charming floral basket, surrounded by intricate multicoloured flowers and foliage. The vibrant cobalt blue, orange-red, yellow and green tones create a striking contrast against the creamy white glazed background.
The vase displays the decorative characteristics associated with traditional Desvres faience craftsmanship.
Marks and Attribution
The underside bears hand-painted initials and a numerical marking, together with an old handwritten paper label.
The decoration and characteristics suggest a possible connection with the renowned Fourmaintraux manufacture of Desvres.
The exact manufacturer and production period have not been conclusively established and are left for expert evaluation.
Details
- Manufacturer: Attributed to Fourmaintraux
- Origin: France (attributed)
- Period: Late 19th to early 20th century (stylistic estimate)
- Material: Glazed faience earthenware
- Decoration: Polychrome floral decoration
- Style: Rococo Revival
- Height: 19 cm
- Base diameter: Approximately 9 cm
- Marks: Hand-painted initials, numerical marking and old paper label
- Quantity: 1 vase
Condition
The offered vase is the intact example from an originally matching pair.
Please examine the detailed photographs for its condition, historical characteristics and any age-related wear.
An attractive decorative piece for collectors of French faience, traditional Desvres pottery and antique European ceramics.
The auction includes one vase only.
Antique French Faience Vase – Attributed to Fourmaintraux, Desvres
A beautiful antique-style French faience vase, attributed to the historic Fourmaintraux pottery tradition of Desvres, France.
This elegant vase features a richly decorated baluster-shaped body, an elaborate scalloped rim and two large, graceful scrolling handles inspired by the Rococo tradition.
The surface is decorated with a charming floral basket, surrounded by intricate multicoloured flowers and foliage. The vibrant cobalt blue, orange-red, yellow and green tones create a striking contrast against the creamy white glazed background.
The vase displays the decorative characteristics associated with traditional Desvres faience craftsmanship.
Marks and Attribution
The underside bears hand-painted initials and a numerical marking, together with an old handwritten paper label.
The decoration and characteristics suggest a possible connection with the renowned Fourmaintraux manufacture of Desvres.
The exact manufacturer and production period have not been conclusively established and are left for expert evaluation.
Details
- Manufacturer: Attributed to Fourmaintraux
- Origin: France (attributed)
- Period: Late 19th to early 20th century (stylistic estimate)
- Material: Glazed faience earthenware
- Decoration: Polychrome floral decoration
- Style: Rococo Revival
- Height: 19 cm
- Base diameter: Approximately 9 cm
- Marks: Hand-painted initials, numerical marking and old paper label
- Quantity: 1 vase
Condition
The offered vase is the intact example from an originally matching pair.
Please examine the detailed photographs for its condition, historical characteristics and any age-related wear.
An attractive decorative piece for collectors of French faience, traditional Desvres pottery and antique European ceramics.
The auction includes one vase only.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
France
Material
Earthenware
Manufacturer/brand
Attributed to Fourmaintraux, Desvres
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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