Antique 19th Century Swedish Rörstrand Majolica Stork Figural Table Centerpiece Bowl c. 1880s – 1890s

Description

A breathtaking antique late 19th-century Swedish majolica figural table centerpiece bowl (tazza), masterfully crafted by the historic Rörstrand porcelain manufactory. The spectacular design features a naturalistically modeled figural pedestal base composed of three elegant storks (or herons) standing back-to-back with interlocking wings, supporting a wide, shallow presentation bowl with a distinctively scalloped fluted rim. Finished in a vivid, high-gloss lead glaze, the interior of the bowl displays a striking, radiant turquoise-aquamarine blue tone that contrasts beautifully with the rich brown, cream, and deep forest green tones of the floral-embossed exterior base, making this a rare and magnificent collector’s masterpiece.

Key Features:
• Historic Swedish Pottery: Produced during the golden era of the Rörstrand factory, showcasing premium late Victorian-era Scandinavian craftsmanship.
• Majestic Figural Stork Base: Features a highly detailed, naturalistic base depicting three storks back-to-back with beautifully textured plumage.
• Vibrant Turquoise Lead Glaze: Outfitted with a brilliant, glass-like turquoise enamel interior that dramatically catches the light.

Specifications:
• Origin: Sweden (Manufactured by Rörstrand)
• Style: Late 19th-Century Victorian Majolica (Majolika)
• Period: c. 1880s – 1890s
• Medium: Tin-Glazed Earthenware / Majolica Lead-Glazed Pottery
• Dimensions: Approximately 33 cm to 34 cm (Height) x 33 cm (Diameter)
• Condition: Fine antique condition with expected fine age crazing beneath the high-gloss glaze; vibrant glaze coloration remains entirely intact, with beautifully preserved sculptural details.

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