decorative jug in polychrome earthenware – Floral decoration – Rococo style

Polychrome earthenware jug – Floral decoration – Rococo style. An important and elegant polychrome glazed earthenware jug, featuring a slender and particularly decorative silhouette. The pear-shaped body on a cream background is entirely adorned with a rich polychrome floral decoration, composed of roses, tulips, and small flowers in shades of red, pink, yellow, blue, and green. The widely flared neck is highlighted with a green border and extends into a curved spout. The spectacular openwork handle, designed in the Rococo spirit, consists of volutes and foliage moulded and enhanced with a nuanced green glaze. The undulating base features the same decoration of acanthus leaves and relief volutes, with small floral reserves. The glaze shows fine crazing, contributing to the decorative character of the piece. A jug of beautiful presence, ideal as a centrepiece in a classic, romantic, or eclectic decor. Style: Rococo / Louis XV Material: polychrome glazed earthenware. Decoration: polychrome flowers and relief foliage. Dimensions: Height: 60 cm. Width: 27 cm. Depth: 15 cm. Condition: good overall condition with signs of age and crazing of the glaze visible in the photographs.