Western European Art Glass and Ceramics

Ceramic duck-shaped basket planter

    Ceramic duck-shaped basket planter

    France, Nancy

    The 1870-1880s

    Gallé Émile manufactory

    Faience; polychrome painting, glazing

    Height: 11-17.5 cm

    Mark on the base in black paint: "Gallé"

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    The faience planter basket is formed as a duck (a mandarin drake) with outspread wings that shape the handle. The lower part of the body is decorated with botanical motifs featuring lotus flowers, flying butterflies, and blue leaves. The bird's head and neck are rendered in vibrant colors, including blue, yellow, orange, and purple.

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