"Vase Set On Bolster In Majolica, Italy - Nineteenth"
Composition vase and support in Italian majolica from the 19th century. The large pot-bellied vase, signed Collis, presents polychrome decorations of the beheading of Saint John the Baptist. At the end of Salome's dance before King Herod of Antipas, the latter grants her a favor. On the advice of her mother Herodias, Salome asks for the beheading of the prophet. It is the next moment that the artist has chosen to illustrate, when the two women expose the head of Saint John the Baptist to the king's subjects. The short neck is constricted and the lip is everted. The suboval handles are intertwined with snakes. The base of the belly is decorated with acanthus leaves in relief. These elements rest on a base. The tripod foot is decorated with flowers, butterflies, cherubs and antique scenes on a blue, yellow and beige background. It rests on three legs with concave lines. This earthenware vase and support set, separable, will bring character and an antique touch to your decoration. ******** Period: 19th century Excellent condition. Restoration in our workshop of a handle and the collar. Can be sold separately. Delivery possible in France and Europe, by our partner specialized in the transport of furniture and works of art. Dimensions: Vase height: 75 cm Vase diameter: 40 cm Vase opening diameter: 12.5 cm Support height: 57 cm Support diameter: 46 cm Vase weight: 13.30 kg Support weight: 21.50 kg