SARREGUEMINES - Lot 8

SARREGUEMINES "Renaissance vase Probably circa 1885 Vase in fine earthenware coated with glazes colored by metallic oxides, known as Majolique. Bears the shape number "1311", which corresponds to a "Renaissance Vase" in the Sarreguemines faïencerie's list of fancy and decorative object numbers. Obtained by molding, it is a pot-bellied vase on a pedestal, with a high, slightly flared neck and two scrolled handles. The body of the vase features a laughing mascaron in relief, interlaced branches and foliage. The base of the handles is highlighted by fantastic animal heads in relief, gules wide open. Gilding highlights. Form number "1311" debossed under the base, other marks masked by restoration. Height: 41 cm Restorations and cracks