Hubert Bequet Belgium Plate - Vintage Ceramic with Gold and Floral Design - Renaissance Style - 1970s

Decorative ceramic plate produced by the Hubert Bequet manufactory in Quaregnon, Belgium. This 1970s piece features a polychrome design on a glossy black background, complemented by gold leaf accents.

History of the Object:
Founded in 1934, the Hubert Bequet factory became a benchmark for Belgian artistic ceramics. Its pieces are characterized by ornamental richness and the use of gilding techniques that evoke historical styles such as Renaissance and Baroque, adapted to 20th-century tastes.

Details and Characteristics:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique: Glazed ceramic with gold application and hand painting.
- Design: Central floral bouquet motif with golden scrolls and decorative braided handles.
- Dimensions: Diameter of 21 cm (8.27 inches); Height of 6 cm (2.36 inches).
- Weight: 760 g (1.68 lb).
- Material: High-density ceramic.
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The glaze retains its original luster and the gilding shows no significant wear. No cracks, chips, or restorations.

Appraisal:
A piece of interest for collectors of mid-century European ceramics or for use in classic and eclectic interior decoration.