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Set of Six Hand-Painted Folk Art Plates
Material & Finish:
• These are hand-crafted, unglazed red earthenware (terracotta) plates.
• …
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Set of Six Hand-Painted Folk Art Plates
Material & Finish:
• These are hand-crafted, unglazed red earthenware (terracotta) plates.
• The surfaces have a slight sheen, likely from a burnishing or partial glaze, but remain mostly matte and rustic in feel.
• The backs are unmarked and unfinished, showing clear signs of hand-forming with slight variation between each plate — a hallmark of artisanal or folk pottery.
Design:
• Each plate features a central scene with a colorful rooster standing among stylized floral and foliage motifs.
• The rooster is consistently painted in vivid tones: yellow, cobalt blue, green, and white, with lovely tail feathers in arched stripes.
• Surrounding the central motif is a decorative border featuring a white herringbone pattern against the natural terracotta background.
• The designs are sgraffito-style — etched or scratched into the slip to reveal underlying color, adding beautiful texture and depth.
Color Palette:
• Dominant tones include earthy terracotta, green, blue, yellow, and white.
• The contrast of bold colors on the natural clay creates a warm, rustic aesthetic typical of traditional European or Latin American folk pottery.
Condition:
• Minor wear and small paint losses are visible in some areas, consistent with age and use.
• one tiny chip hard to see but no cracks , indicating the set is overall well-preserved.
Possible Origin & Use
• These pieces resemble Eastern European or Mexican folk pottery, particularly Romanian Horezu or Michoacán styles — both known for roosters, bold florals, and etched slip decoration.
• Likely decorative rather than functional (not food-safe unless confirmed glazed/sealed on front).
Artistic & Decorative Appeal
This set is full of personality and charm — perfect as wall décor in a kitchen, breakfast nook, or gallery wall. They also could be used creatively in an art installation or as a textural base for your shell compositions, especially if mounted or framed.
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 0.5ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Period
- 1970s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Earthenware
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Terra Cotta
- Condition Notes
- One tiny chip as shown in photo One tiny chip as shown in photo less
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