Early 20th Century French Palissy Majolica Platter With Snake, Frog, and Shells

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Alive with texture, color, and movement, this early 20th-century French Palissy-style majolica platter brings the natural world to life in … Read more Alive with texture, color, and movement, this early 20th-century French Palissy-style majolica platter brings the natural world to life in vivid relief. At the center, a coiled snake winds through a vibrant marsh, surrounded by frogs, newts, snails, and scattered shells. Glossy glazes in deep green, golden ochre, and cobalt blue add a sense of depth and dampness, while the high-relief modeling invites both touch and close inspection.
Evoking the spirit of Bernard Palissy and the rustic naturalism of 19th-century revivalists, this hand-modeled ceramic piece is more than a decorative dish, it’s a sculptural landscape. The reverse reveals a warm, mottled terracotta finish, grounding the piece in its artisanal origins.
Whether placed on a console, set into a cabinet, or mounted on a wall, this antique French platter offers a dramatic and curious focal point, equal parts art and nature.
Dimensions: 15.75" W x 11" D
Condition: Excellent condition commensurate with age and use. See less