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FOLK ART
Finial with a bird
Occitania, France 19th century
Pink clay with green glaze.
The bird with spread wings at the top is removable.
Workshop not identified. 19th century.
Occitania , France.
Provenance: Paul Duchein collection.
Ceramic finials adorned roofs in many parts of France. Their fragility and exposed location have meant that very few have survived. Made by anonymous craftsmen, they are characterized by their inventiveness, their decorative aspect and their high quality of expression.
The bird with spread wings at the top is removable.
Workshop not identified. 19th century.
Occitania , France.
Provenance: Paul Duchein collection.
Ceramic finials adorned roofs in many parts of France. Their fragility and exposed location have meant that very few have survived. Made by anonymous craftsmen, they are characterized by their inventiveness, their decorative aspect and their high quality of expression.
H. 96 cm / 37,79" Ø. 33 cm / 12,99"
*The measurements are given for information only. Small differences are possible depending on the measuring points
Original condition including damages and heavy wear due to age and use.
*The measurements are given for information only. Small differences are possible depending on the measuring points
Original condition including damages and heavy wear due to age and use.
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