Large Earthenware Pitcher, Girard, France. Early 20th century. Spring Sale! They were always an expensive

They were always an expensive combination of sterling silver and ebony

Externally

Crafted from terracotta and partially glazed throughout

The etching style is reminiscent of the pictorial folkloric art of the Nordic region

which when illuminated produce a unique warmth so often associated with 20th century Nordic design principles

Large Earthenware Pitcher, Girard, France. Early 20th century. Spring Sale! They were always an expensiveA very interesting and authentic antique side handled earthenware pitcher from the Western French countryside, of good scale and featuring a deep brown applied glaze externally and speckled dark yellow glaze internally. The texture is lovely and ever so slightly crackled at a tiny scale, whilst the only condition reports of note are a couple of blunt chips most notably to the spout tip. Overall bursting with charm and very well made. Specifications: