Geranium Lipped Bowl with Snail
£32.00
- out of stock
notes
Hand painted in Portugal, the details on this Geranium Bowl with Snail from Bordallo Pinheiro is exceptional. Embedded within the earthy green colouring are various striking white veins, shooting up the leaf to provide wonderful texturing, while a friendly snail casually saunters across the surface.
Dimensions
H: 4.5cm (1.8in) Dia: 28cm (11in)
Features
notes
Hand painted in Portugal, the details on this Geranium Bowl with Snail from Bordallo Pinheiro is exceptional. Embedded within the earthy green colouring are various striking white veins, shooting up the leaf to provide wonderful texturing, while a friendly snail casually saunters across the surface.
Insights
The artist Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro is one of the most influential figures in nineteenth century Portugal, respected for his satirical commentary and artistic creation. Since the establishment of his factory in 1884, the bold (either in size or delicacy of detail) ceramics have gained a reputation for artistic quality, quirky exuberance and technical merit.
Details & Care
- Materials: Glazed Ceramic
- Microwavable
- Dishwasher Safe
- Made in Portugal
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