Antique fruit bowl from the prestigious Villeroy and Boch manufactory, produced at the Mettlach factory under the decorative series «ASTA». This specimen stands out for its Art Nouveau-inspired design with cobalt blue rose floral motifs on a creamy white background.
Object History: The stamp on the base includes the inscription «Saar-Basin», a historical mark used specifically between 1920 and 1935, when the Saar territory was under the administration of the League of Nations. The Mettlach factory is recognized for its technical excellence in the production of fine earthenware and its transfer-printed decorations, this pattern being one of the most sought-after examples by collectors of the era.
Technical Details:
- Period: 1920s (Circa 1920-1935)
- Style: Art Nouveau
- Technique: Fine transfer-printed earthenware
- Diameter: 25 cm (9.8 inches)
- Height: 8.5 cm (3.3 inches)
- Materials: Ceramics, Earthenware
- Condition: The object shows clear signs of age. It features dense crazing across the entire surface, oxidation stains (brownish tones) under the glaze due to the passage of time, and visible cracks on the rim. Its structural integrity is preserved, but it is recommended exclusively for decorative use or collection.
Appraisal: Due to its state of conservation, this piece holds primarily decorative and historical value. It is a material testimony of European border changes after the First World War, ideal for specialized collection cabinets or interior decoration with historical character.
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