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A large, French Barbotine majolica glazed vase, Signed Delphin Massier et Cie, Vallauris A.M. - circa 1875.
A colorful parrot …
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A large, French Barbotine majolica glazed vase, Signed Delphin Massier et Cie, Vallauris A.M. - circa 1875.
A colorful parrot sitting on a Bamboo perch. The perch rests in a grass crop and features two bamboo shoot flower holders.
Delphin, born in 1836, was one of three brothers from the Massier family, a dynasty of potters dating back to before the French Revolution. The family played a key role in the revival of pottery in Vallauris, Southern France. Delphin worked in the family business of Jérôme Massier et Cie in Vallauris from e specialized in free-standing figures of birds and florals.
Book reference: parrot vase on Pg. 76 “Barbotines de la Cote d ‘Azur” by Maryse Bottero.
6 in. L x 4.5 in. W x 12 in. H
A few small areas of glaze loss to the rims of the bamboo, as shown, unseen when filled with flowers. Very good antique condition.
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 6ʺD × 12ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- French
- Brand
- Delphin Massier
- Designer
- Delphin Massier
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pottery
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- Very good - Minor wear consistent with age and history Very good - Minor wear consistent with age and history less
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