Ceramic duck-shaped basket planter
Ceramic duck-shaped basket planter
France, Nancy
The 1870-1880s
Faience; polychrome painting, glazing
Height: 11-17.5 cm
Mark on the base in black paint: "Gallé"
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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