Enameled ceramic work from the historic French manufacturer L'Emaux de Longwy, produced to commemorate the visit of Pope John Paul II to France (May 30 - June 2, 1980). This piece belongs to a numbered limited edition, being item No. 245 of a total series of 5,000 units produced. The reverse features the manufacturer's authenticity stamp.
Object History: L'Emaux de Longwy, founded in 1798, is internationally recognized for its relief enamel technique (cloisonné). This specific piece documents a late 20th-century religious historical event, maintaining the technical tradition of the Longwy school.
Technical Details:
- Period: 1980
- Technique: Cloisonné enameling and hand painting with gold details
- Diameter: 25.5 cm (10.04 inches)
- Height: 2.3 cm (0.91 inches)
- Weight: 520 g (1.15 lb)
- Material: Ceramic, Enamel
- Condition: Excellent condition. Features the fine crackle characteristic of Longwy enamel, confirming its age and cooling process.
Value and Application: Highly interesting work for collectors of sacred art, followers of Holy See numismatics and memorabilia, as well as for interior decoration with historic French ceramic pieces.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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