1690 Allez Bien Brush Pot Vase
1690 Allez Bien Brush Pot Vase
1690 Allez Bien brush pot vase, handbuilt in terracotta, decorated with white slip and sgraffito, depicting motifs inspired by early 19th century European ceramics, including delft, faience and frakturs. These works are glazed with muddy greens, berry stain reds and pale, watery pinks. The wheat sheaves in relief are pressed from antique French chocolate moulds.
Typical Dimensions: Height 25cm, diameter 12cm, width 18cm at widest point including mouldings.
Additional Notes: These earthernware ceramics are fired at relatively low temperatures and are not vitrified, which means they are not completely non-porous. Occasionally, if the vessel contains liquid, moisture will form a bloom on the base. Please make sure you protect precious surfaces if you intend to display these works for long periods of time containing water. To clean, wash gently in warm soapy water by hand. Not dishwasher safe.