Villeroy & Boch Schramberg Plate: Relief Majolica with Flowers

Decorative wall plate manufactured in Schramberg during the period of Villeroy & Boch ownership. The piece features a relief majolica design with a radial structure simulating basketry, decorated with botanical motifs of wildflowers and a wheat stalk.

History of the object: The Schramberg factory was acquired by Villeroy & Boch in 1883 and sold in 1912. During this period, production focused on high-quality earthenware and majolica. The 'V&B S' stamp within a hexagon, visible on the base, is the characteristic mark of this historical collaboration, along with the mold number 977.

Details and condition:
- Period: Circa 1900
- Technique: Glazed earthenware (Majolica) with relief decoration and hand painting.
- Diameter: 20 cm (7.87 inches)
- Height: 2.5 cm (0.98 inches)
- Weight: 300 g (0.66 lbs)
- Material: Polychrome earthenware.
- Condition: The glaze retains its original luster. A small chip is noted on the back base ring, which is not visible from the front and does not compromise the structural integrity of the piece.

Value: Of interest to collectors of Black Forest ceramics and historical pre-WWI Villeroy & Boch pieces.