Antique hand-decorated faience vase – floral and bird design

Beautiful antique vase in European faience, hand-decorated. Polychrome floral decoration with a stylised bird, very decorative and full of charm, ideal for a vintage or chic country interior. Mark under the base with crossed swords under a crown, letter N and workshop numbers: this is a production from a decorative workshop, late 19th / early 20th century, in the style of European faiences of the time. Overall good condition for its age. Some signs of wear from time and slight visible hairline cracks, without fragility, very clean and decorative overall (see photos). Height: 15 cm. Diameter of the neck: 3 cm. Diameter at the widest point: 12 cm. Diameter of the base: 6 cm. Weight: 300 g.