Jacques II Laudin, Enamel Plaque, Late 17th-early 18th Century

Superb enamel plaque depicting Mary Magdalene in an oval medallion surrounded by raised spandrels decorated with leafy clasps. The saint is in a penitent posture, facing a crucifix and an ointment pot, her traditional attribute in Christian iconography. The colors are varied and vibrant, giving great vivacity to the scene.

An inscription in gold letters is visible on the reverse of the plaque: “Laudin au fauxbourgs/De Manigne/a Limoges/IL”

The Laudins are a famous dynasty of enamelers active in Limoges in the 17th and 18th centuries. They owned two workshops, including the one in the Manigne suburb mentioned in the inscription. The signature on the back corresponds to that found in the production of Jacques II Laudin (1663-1729).

Two labels are present on the back of the frame.
Good general condition.
Late 17th-early 18th century.

Dimensions:
Framed: 29.5 x 24.5 cm.
Viewed: 16.8 x 12 cm.