Antique French Turquoise Majolica Strawberry Server Platter, Circa 1890

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An exceptional and rare 19th-century French Majolica strawberry server platter, attributed to Onnaing (circa 1890). This whimsical antique barbotine piece … Read more An exceptional and rare 19th-century French Majolica strawberry server platter, attributed to Onnaing (circa 1890). This whimsical antique barbotine piece features a beautifully detailed, relief-molded central motif depicting a dog carrying a woven flower basket in its mouth, nestled among textured green strawberry leaves and delicate white blossoms.
The platter is designed with a striking fluted turquoise-blue interior and flanked by two smooth side wells, originally intended to hold cream and sugar to accompany fresh fruit. The scalloped borders are adorned with intricate floral rosettes and finished in a deep, mottled tortoiseshell glaze. A vibrant and highly collectible example of Victorian-era whimsical tableware, perfect for display or an eclectic table setting. See less