French Palissy Majolica Oyster Stand

Circa 1890. 12.2ins high, 11ins wide, 11ins depth. French Palissy Majolica oyster stand which features four tiers of open oyster shells, laid on seaweed. Eel, fish and shell handle.

Colouration: brown, green, ochre, are predominant.

 

Condition

CONDITION: Good.

KILN EFFECTS: a few specks of kiln detritus caught in the glaze to a couple of the shells.

RESTORATION. Filled and retouched chips and flakes to three shell rims and eel's back.

 

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