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Pair of large polychrome Palissy wall platters by Álvaro José – Caldas da Rainha, Portugal, early 20th century
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A spectacular pair of large, naturalistic wall platters in polychrome earthenware, made by Álvaro José in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal, at the beginning of the 20th century. Each platter, measuring 32 cm in diameter, features a marine scene in very high relief: one centered with a spider crab, the other with a lobster, surrounded by mussels, shells, and marine vegetation on a sandy-textured background. The rims are enlivened with polychrome glazes in deep shades of green, blue, brown, and ochre. The richness of the modeling is particularly remarkable: the crustaceans are treated almost like applied sculptures, with meticulous work on their carapaces, legs, and antennae. The various shells and plant elements reinforce the naturalistic character typical of the Palissy ceramic tradition of Caldas da Rainha. Both platters bear the old impressed mark "Álvaro José – Caldas" on the underside. Sold only as a pair. Technical Details • Manufacturer: Álvaro José • Mark: impressed stamp "Álvaro José – Caldas" • Origin: Caldas da Rainha, Portugal • Period: early 20th century • Style: Palissy / naturalist • Material: glazed earthenware • Decoration: polychrome relief, crustaceans, shells, and marine vegetation • Set: pair • Subjects: spider crab and lobster • Presentation: wall plates, perforation on the reverse for hanging Dimensions • Diameter: 32 cm / 12.6 in each • Weight: approximately 2 kg each • Total weight: approximately 4 kg Condition Very good antique condition considering the complexity and high relief of the decoration. Minor signs of age and irregularities inherent to the manufacturing process are present. One of the lobster's claws has been discreetly restored. The photographs are an integral part of the condition description. REF: NEB5860726
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ConditionGoodColorsMulti ColorMaterialCeramicNumber of items2Height3 cmWidth32 cmDepth32 cm
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