Late 20th Century Thai Blue and White Ceramic Deer

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A large late 20th century Thai ceramic deer figurine hand-painted in cobalt blue and white beneath a glossy crackle glaze. … Read more A large late 20th century Thai ceramic deer figurine hand-painted in cobalt blue and white beneath a glossy crackle glaze. The reclining stag form brings sculptural height and Chinoiserie pattern to a mantel, console, bookcase, or collected ceramic display.

The elongated upright body is balanced by branching antlers, modeled ears and hooves, and a raised tail. Floral, foliate, bird, and butterfly motifs extend across the head and body, with blue linework defining the face, legs, hooves, ears, and antlers.

• Material: Hand-painted glazed ceramic
• Style: Asian Chinoiserie
• Period: late 20th century vintage
• Country of Origin: Thailand
• Attribution: Unknown

Great vintage condition with a clean, glossy surface, crisp hand-painted decoration, and well-preserved sculptural definition throughout. The fine crackle pattern is an intentional characteristic of the decorative glaze rather than condition damage.

Measurements: H 10" x W 5" x D 11.5" See less