Jatte centre de table firm earth glazed Provence 1950 fabulous patina

Exceptional glazed earthenware bowl, with a sensational patina created by use and care, from life in the kitchen kneading bread dough. Loves shady country kitchens, long tables, and summer fruits, waxed tiles, lime, and hemp, the shade of linden trees. Extraordinary piece of red clay - note the elegant curve of the lip, with its chips, and the softness of the old yellow glaze. Diameter 27cm, height 10cm. When you know, you know.