Authentic antique Catalan faience plate, attributed to Catalonia, Spain, dating to the late 18th - early 19th century.
The plate is hand-painted in cobalt blue with a charming naïve coastal scene: a stylized architectural skyline with a tower and houses, birds in flight, and a sailing ship on the horizon. The border is finished with a bold rhythmic band of brush-painted motifs, typical of traditional regional production.
Its substantial weight and the character of the glaze and ceramic body reflect early hand-crafted manufacture. The reverse shows classic kiln support marks from firing, further supporting an antique, workshop-made origin.
A strong decorative piece for wall display, Mediterranean interiors, or a collection of Iberian ceramics.
Weight: 922 g / 2.03 lb
Details:
• Origin: Catalonia, Spain (attributed)
• Date: c.1750-1820
• Material: Faience / tin-glazed earthenware, hand-painted cobalt decoration
• Style: Catalan Faience / Blue & White Folk Decorative Ceramics (18th-early 19th century)
• Dimensions: Diameter: 25.5 cm / 10 inches; Height: 5 cm / 2 inches
• Condition: Good antique condition. No structural cracks noted Glaze loss and wear around the rim circumference (consistent with age and handling) Two former through-holes have been restored and are now barely visible Typical kiln support marks on the reverse General age-related surface wear and minor discoloration consistent with period (See photos - they are part of the description.)
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A well-placed antique does more than decorate a room - it gives it authorship. Against a contemporary interior, older objects introduce texture, balance and a sense of permanence that cannot be replicated by newly made pieces alone.
This is the principle behind the LÜRON selection. We look for works that carry historical character with ease, and that feel as convincing in a Paris apartment as they do in a more modern architectural setting.
