Antique François Maurice French Palissy Majolica Snake Fish Platter Plaque 1880

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One François Maurice (1846-1896) large oval ceramic platter related in France, circa 1880. This lead-glazed earthenware platter features relief elements … Read more One François Maurice (1846-1896) large oval ceramic platter related in France, circa 1880. This lead-glazed earthenware platter features relief elements molded from life, including a central coiled snake surrounded by two fish, a crayfish, a frog, a shell, a butterfly, a dragonfly, and a lizard. Note how the snake is biting the frog’s leg. The surface displays polychrome slips over a textured blue background designed to simulate water. The top rim bears the maker's incised signature.

It measures 16” long by 11” wide by 2” deep and is in fabulous condition. There is only one minor nick to the glaze underneath.

Provenance included.

Double-boxed.

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