Antique French majolica vase, pagoda and bamboo, circa 1900.

Striking relief décor with stylised bamboo and geometric foliage, covered in a bright green, cream, and dark blue glaze. The design shows a strong Japonisme influence, typical of the late 19th/early 20th century taste for Japanese-inspired decorative arts. The piece is marked "FRANCE 254" and has been attributed to Fives-Lille / De Bruyn, France. The vase has undergone professional appraisal and received a auction estimate of €200–300. A beautiful and unusual example of French decorative ceramics with a particularly sculptural shape and vibrant glaze. Condition: just a small chip missing on one edge. Dimensions: 25x10 cm 784 g. Please see all photographs for details and condition.