Covered pottery from Namur by Yvette Manoy (1929-2018), a friend of Odette Dijeux.
Depiction of a young couple offering each other flowers, "li bia bouquet," meaning "beautiful bouquet" in Walloon. A wedding or engagement item.
Ceramic clay known as "terre noire" from Namur, with a cloisonné enamel decoration.
The white enamel background lets the dark clay shine through, giving a unique intensity to the work of Namur ceramics.
Fine turquoise enamel work on the inside of the box.
Signed on the heel. Label from the Ceramics of Namur.
Very good condition.
11 x 12 x 5 cm high
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, Multi ColorMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height5 cmWidth11 cmDepth12 cm