Pair of 18th Century Garofano Pattern Faience Plates

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A pattern that gained great popularity in Italy, originating in the northern town of Faenza, (from which the word “faience” … Read more A pattern that gained great popularity in Italy, originating in the northern town of Faenza, (from which the word “faience” derives), the fine eathernware pottery wares of this city influenced the methods and and ceramic decorative styles of Delftware and faience throughout Europe for centuries. The design ultimately derives from Chinese porcelain decorated with stylized garden designs. This pair is painted with a delicacy unmatched in later versions of the Garofano pattern. Exceptionally good antique condition with typical artisanal irregularities, as made, crazing to the glazed surface.
Diam: 9 ⅝ H: 1
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