Álvaro José Caldas da Rainha Crab Relief Ceramic Wall Plate

Decorative wall plate in high relief, manufactured by Álvaro José in Caldas da Rainha, Portugal. The piece features a detailed naturalistic composition with a central crab, bivalves, and marine flora on a granular texture background simulating sand.

Historical Context: Caldas da Rainha is the historic center of Portuguese ceramics, internationally recognized for the style inspired by Bernard Palissy. Álvaro José is one of the prominent exponents of the second half of the 20th century who continued the tradition of representing fauna and flora with three-dimensional realism and vibrant glazes.

Details:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique: Relief ceramics (Majolica)
- Diameter: 33 cm (12.99 inches)
- Weight: 2 kg (4.41 lbs)
- Material: Ceramics, Clay, Enamel
- Condition: Excellent preservation. The glaze retains its original brilliance. Incised maker's mark on the base.

Application: A collector's piece representative of traditional Portuguese pottery, suitable for themed interior design projects or European ceramics collecting.