A beautiful example of late 19th-century French Charolles faience, featuring an intricate naturalistic relief design beautifully glazed in a soft powder blue. The dimensional botanical decoration gives the plate wonderful depth and texture, with the raised foliage creating subtle variations in the glaze that are especially lovely in person.

Charolles, in Burgundy, has a distinguished ceramic tradition dating to the 19th century. The local faïencerie became known for richly decorated earthenware, including highly dimensional botanical and naturalistic designs. The sculptural quality of these pieces reflects the skilled molding and glazing techniques for which Charolles faience became celebrated.

Condition Notes: Due to its antique age, this plate shows visible crazing as pictured.