Old Longchamp cache-pot in relief with birds – Art Nouveau

Magnificent antique cache-pot in barbotine from the Longchamp pottery, stamped on the reverse. A very beautiful collector's piece, with a particularly intricate naturalistic decor, depicting birds with outstretched wings among flowering branches and relief foliage. Superb harmony of colors with a deep turquoise blue on the upper part, an olive green transition, and a magnificent amber brown on the lower part. The interior is fully glazed in turquoise. Its two small side handles and richly detailed decor give it a lot of character. An uncommon piece, representative of the taste for naturalistic decor from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A magnificent decorative piece, ideal for lovers of antique barbotines, Longchamp ceramics, and Art Nouveau objects. Overall good condition for its age, with a few specifics to note: Small losses of glaze and irregularities in the glazing. Very slight hairline on the upper rim, discreet and without apparent fragility. A few small chips at the handles. Presence of fine glaze cracks and slight signs of aging. The structure remains very good and the whole retains a superb presentation. Height: 19 cm Upper diameter: 20 cm Base diameter: 15 cm Weight: 1.600 kg.