A beautifully decorative French antique pedestal bowl in glazed earthenware, likely originating from the Savoy or Alpine region of eastern France. Hand-thrown and hand-decorated, the bowl features warm honey yellow slip decoration over a rich brown glaze with small green motifs around the centre. The elevated pedestal base gives the piece a sculptural presence while retaining its rustic provincial character.
The broad shallow form would originally have suited serving or display, though today it works beautifully styled on a kitchen table, dresser or open shelf filled with citrus, walnuts or seasonal greenery. The hand-painted decoration and visible throwing marks give the bowl a wonderfully authentic folk pottery feel.
The underside reveals the raw terracotta body and traditional wheel-thrown construction associated with regional French earthenware. Likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, this is a charming example of French provincial pottery with a strong decorative presence.
A striking piece for collectors of French country interiors, rustic pottery and antique European folk ceramics.
Sourced in: South West France Origin: Savoie Age: Late 19th-Early 20th century Material: Terracotta What makes it special: Its unique glaze
French Antique Glazed Earthenware Pedestal Bowl Details:
Width: 9.1” / 23cm
Height: 3.5” / 9cm
Condition: There is general wear commensurate with age and use, with a wonderfully aged surface to the glaze. Please refer to the images.
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