Large Nevers earthenware platter decorated in blue monochrome with an ostrich hunt scene after Antonio Tempesta or Johannes Stradanus.
The rim is decorated with two Chinese figures, flowering branches alternating with birds, a rabbit, and a snail.
Late seventeenth century
Diameter: 49.5 cm
Restored on the front, visible damage on the back (see photos)
Hunting scenes are rare in Nevers earthenware production, more commonly found in the iconography of Moustiers.
Additional information and photos available upon request.
Large Nevers earthenware platter decorated in blue monochrome with an ostrich hunt scene after Antonio Tempesta or Johannes Stradanus.
The rim is decorated with two Chinese figures, flowering branches alternating with birds, a rabbit, and a snail.
Late seventeenth century
Diameter: 49.5 cm
Restored on the front, visible damage on the back (see photos)
Hunting scenes are rare in Nevers earthenware production, more commonly found in the iconography of Moustiers.
Additional information and photos available upon request.
