Superb large round antique earthenware dish from Émaux de Longwy, a French manufacturer renowned for its polychrome decorations with cloisonné enamels.
This piece is called the "Aurore" decor and corresponds to a creation by H. Gabet.
This is a limited edition of only 150 copies, this copy bearing the number 18/150.

The dish features a rich polychrome decoration of Asian and Japanese inspiration. The composition depicts three birds — two large birds accompanied by a smaller one — moving within a landscape of vegetation and water beneath an elegant flowering branch.
The decor combines many shades of blue, turquoise, green, pink, red, white and brown, enhanced with gold, all standing out against a deep burgundy/wine-lees background.
The perimeter is highlighted by an elegant red, white and gold geometric frieze, complemented by a gold border.
The richness of the enamels, the relief of the decoration and the gilded highlights give this piece a particularly decorative character.

The reverse bears the various marks allowing the piece to be identified: "Aurore", "Piece limited edition of 150 copies", No. 18, "Longwy Enamels - France - Art Workshop", as well as "Creation H. Gabet", "enhanced J.M" for Justin Masson.

This piece belongs to a 20th century production, probably from the art deco period (1930).

State :

The dish is in good overall condition.
It has a fine crack in the enamel, particularly visible on the reverse, as well as some slight traces of use consistent with its age.
The numerous photographs are an integral part of the description and allow for a precise appreciation of the condition, decor and markings of the room.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 36 cm
Height: 2 cm
Weight: 1288 g

The presentation stand shown in the photographs is not included.

Delivery :

Given the fragility and value of this piece, it will be carefully protected in reinforced packaging suitable for antique ceramics.
Shipping with insurance covering the value of the item and delivery against signature.