{"product_id":"frade-em-faianca-das-caldas-da-rainha-jarro-vintage-seculo-xix-xx","title":"Faience Friar from Caldas da Rainha - Vintage Pitcher 19th\/20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificent Caldas da Rainha faience piece representing a Franciscan friar, a classic work of Portuguese artistic ceramics from the late 19th or early 20th century. This figurative sculpture functions as a jug or bottle with a removable lid (the friar's head), combining decorative art with functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Artistic Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved Franciscan friar holding a wine bottle and a book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlazed faience in the \"Palissy Majolica\" style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolychrome relief decoration with vibrant colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeticulous facial painting with expressive details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarments in shades of brown, red, and gold details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalistic base in green tones with relief texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable head functioning as a lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate height: 32-33.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance and Authenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caldas da Rainha, Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attributed to the workshop of José Alves Cunha or a successor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some versions feature the Fábrica Bordalo Pinheiro mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th \/ early 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece represents an icon of Portuguese ceramics, highly sought after by collectors of Caldas da Rainha faience and enthusiasts of historical decorative art. The Palissy Majolica style, characteristic of this region, is internationally recognized for its artisanal quality and heritage value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Similar pieces have been traded at antique auctions for between €250 and €325, depending on their condition and manufacturing mark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Porto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54224725737795,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0364\/6111\/7571\/files\/641471234_122133821271045316_4801640660893422541_n.jpg?v=1771920473","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueporto.com\/en\/products\/frade-em-faianca-das-caldas-da-rainha-jarro-vintage-seculo-xix-xx","provider":"Antique Porto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}