1960’s Italian Faience Majolica Tureen With Lid and Underplate

Description

This large tureen was made in Italy and imported by N’orleans. The handpainted majolica pottery featuresroosters, birds and florals in blue, light brown and green. Each piece is lined in cobalt blue. The lid has a Trompe L’oeil pear and leaves which serve as a knob. The bowl has blue and white handles. One side depicts a rooster and the other side a hen. The bottom of the bowl is a pedestal and sits on a 17” Underplate which repeats all of the designs.
This beautiful piece is marked on the bottom and will serve as a centerpiece or to take command of a buffet.
There is no ladle as this tureen is not intended to have one.
The underplate measures 17”w x 12.5”d
The bowl measures 16.5”w x 10”d
The three pieces together stand 12”hSee

Dimensions

17ʺW × 12.5ʺD × 12ʺH

Styles

Italian

Rustic European

Period

1960s

Country of Origin

Italy

Item Type

Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

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Materials

Earthenware

Faience

Condition

Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color

White

Condition Notes

There are no cracks. The handles have minor wear in the glaze and there is one small chip on the …moreThere are no cracks. The handles have minor wear in the glaze and there is one small chip on the underside of a handle on the underplate. It is not seen un you turn the plate completely over.