19th Century French Barbotine Majolica Covered Sugar Bowl with Cow Motifs

$675

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Bring whimsical French country charm to a kitchen or breakfast room with this colorful antique Majolica sugar bowl. Crafted in France circa 1880, the ceramic “bonbonnière” features a cylindrical form richly decorated in the Barbotine manner with raised relief cow figures framed by stylized palm trees and textured cobalt blue ground. The fitted lid is topped with an expressive bulldog-form finial, adding a playful and highly decorative touch to the composition.
The vivid glaze palette combines deep cobalt blue, soft green, ochre yellow, and warm caramel tones, creating wonderful visual contrast and depth. The richly textured surface and sculptural relief decoration showcase the craftsmanship and character associated with late 19th century French faience pottery.
This antique covered sugar bowl is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, with light surface wear consistent with age. A charming decorative accent for a coffee station, open shelf, or ceramic collection, the piece brings personality and warmth to both traditional and eclectic interiors.
Dimensions: 4” Diameter x 4.5”H

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