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Majolica Pitcher with Horse Decoration, France, 20th Century

$521.09
£387.48
€455VAT Included
CA$735.61
A$752.63
CHF 426.92
MX$9,647.15
NOK 4,895.85
SEK 5,103.05
DKK 3,469.19

About the Item

Beautiful 20th-century French majolica pitcher, distinguished by its charming sculptural horse-head spout, elegant curved handle, and richly decorated ceramic body featuring delicate floral motifs and a classical portrait in relief. This decorative French ceramic pitcher combines traditional majolica craftsmanship with a whimsical animal-inspired design, creating an expressive and distinctive piece of vintage tableware. The most striking feature is its beautifully modeled horse's head, which forms the pouring spout. The horse is depicted with upright ears, expressive eyes, and carefully sculpted facial features, giving the pitcher a lively and realistic appearance. Finished in a warm caramel-brown glaze, the horse's head displays subtle tonal variations that emphasize its sculptural details and naturalistic character. The pitcher features a rounded body with an open pouring vessel extending behind the horse's neck. A gracefully curved handle, also finished in a warm brown glaze, provides a balanced and comfortable grip while complementing the overall composition. The front of the ceramic body is decorated with an elegant pale mint-green glazed panel featuring a molded classical portrait in profile. This delicate relief decoration introduces a refined historical touch, contrasting beautifully with the playful animal-inspired form. Small pink flowers with raised petals decorate the horse's neck and the upper section of the pitcher, adding a romantic and colorful accent to the composition. The combination of warm brown, soft green, ivory, and pink glazes creates a harmonious palette typical of decorative majolica ceramics. The glossy glazed finish highlights the carefully molded details, from the horse's expressive facial features to the floral ornaments and classical portrait. The pitcher rests on a small circular base, providing stability while maintaining its elegant sculptural silhouette. Reflecting the decorative traditions of French majolica, this piece combines animal symbolism, ornamental relief work, and functional ceramic design. Originally conceived as a decorative pouring vessel, it can also be displayed as a sculptural object on a sideboard, shelf, kitchen dresser, or within a collection of antique and vintage ceramics. Its distinctive equestrian theme makes it particularly appealing to collectors of horse-related decorative objects, French pottery, and unusual ceramic pitchers. The combination of naturalistic animal modeling and romantic decorative elements makes this pitcher suitable for French country, rustic, traditional, eclectic, and vintage-inspired interiors. A charming example of 20th-century French decorative ceramics, combining sculptural craftsmanship, colorful glazing, and whimsical elegance. Style : French Majolica / French Country / Rustic / Traditional / Equestrian / Vintage / Figurative Key Features : - France, 20th century - Vintage French majolica ceramic pitcher - Sculptural horse-head pouring spout - Expressive naturalistic equestrian design - Warm caramel-brown glazed horse decoration - Elegant curved ceramic handle - Rounded pitcher body - Open vessel with integrated pouring spout - Delicate pale mint-green glazed decoration - Classical portrait in molded relief - Decorative pink floral ornaments - Raised flower petals with contrasting centers - Beautiful multicolored glazed ceramic finish - Brown, green, ivory, and pink color palette - Detailed sculptural modeling - Naturalistic horse facial features - Upright ears and expressive eyes - Decorative relief patterns - Glossy glazed surface - Small circular supporting base - Traditional French majolica craftsmanship - Animal-inspired decorative tableware - Romantic and figurative ceramic design - Functional and decorative pitcher - Collectible vintage French pottery - Ideal for equestrian-themed interiors - Suitable for French country and rustic decoration - Distinctive sculptural display piece - Charming addition to antique ceramic collections - Elegant combination of craftsmanship and whimsical design Keywords : French majolica pitcher, horse head ceramic pitcher, vintage French pottery, equestrian ceramic jug, majolica horse pitcher, 20th century French ceramics, antique style horse jug, decorative ceramic pitcher, French country pottery, horse shaped pouring spout, animal motif majolica, figurative ceramic pitcher, glazed ceramic horse jug, vintage equestrian decor, French majolica jug, sculptural horse pitcher, rustic ceramic tableware, French decorative pottery, multicolored majolica pitcher, ceramic pitcher with flowers, classical portrait ceramic jug, horse head pottery, French country ceramic jug, collectible majolica, animal inspired ceramic pitcher, vintage glazed pottery, decorative horse jug, French equestrian ceramics, traditional French majolica, ceramic horse head vessel, romantic ceramic decoration, floral majolica pitcher, collectible French ceramics, rustic French pitcher, vintage animal pottery, ornamental ceramic jug, horse themed decorative object, sculptural French ceramics, antique inspired pottery, decorative majolica tableware
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 10.63 in (27 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Majolica
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition. Consistent with age and use; see detailed photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A63801stDibs: LU894352568972

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