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A charming Trompe l’Oeil plate, made in Italy by Este Ceramiche, circa mid 1960s to the early 1970s.
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A charming Trompe l’Oeil plate, made in Italy by Este Ceramiche, circa mid 1960s to the early 1970s.
The ceramic plate or wall plaque shows a trio of life-size, three dimensional eggs centrally seated on a white earthenware paneled plate.
The eggs are glazed and modeled realistically, the brown egg is partially peeled and the shell fragments are strewn on the plate as well.
The plate also shows well seated on a tabletop or hung on the wall.
Since pre-Roman times, Este has been a renowned center for hand decorated ceramics and porcelains. The family owned Este Ceramiche Porcellane has operated for nearly 200 years, creating exclusive lines for such retailers as Tiffany, NY and Bergdorf Goodman.
The plate hanger is included.
Measures: 8 in. Diameter x 2.5 in. Height
Marked: The Este crest, Made in Italy
Excellent condition.
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 8ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- Italian
- Op Art
- Brand
- Majolica
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Earthenware
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition, plate hanger is included. Excellent condition, plate hanger is included. less
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