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19th Century Majolica Figural Jardinière by Henri Giraud, Mark for Choisy-Le Roy

About the Item

A French late 19th century Majolica figural jardinière (planter) modeled as a young Neapolitan vintner boy balancing a weaved basket over his head, standing on the back of a tortoise on a rocky base amongst bulrushes. Mark for Choisy-Le Roy, H. Boulanger & Cie. Signed: H. Giraud, circa 1890. Henri Giraud (French/Belgian, 1805-1895) Measures: Height 35 1/2 inches (90.2 cm) Width 12 1/2 inches (31.8 cm) Depth 12 inches (30.5 cm).
  • Creator:
    Henri Giraud (Sculptor),Choisy-le-Roi (Manufacturer)
  • Attributed to:
    H. Boulanger & Cie (Retailer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Country (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A beautiful and charming Majolica (Ceramic) sculpture planter. Please view all images. An almost identical was sold at Christie's New York - Sale 1940 - 19th Century Furniture, Sculpture, Works of Art and Ceramics on 25 October 2007, Lot 576.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A20951stDibs: LU179628716373
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