Italian Maiolica Charger with Rustic Scene and Grotteschi Portraits
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A Sixteenth century style Italian Maiolica charger, Gaetano Battaglia, Naples, second half 19th century, the centre with a rustic scene of figures making music while working, the border with portraits of figures within cartouches amidst grotteschi, signed underside, 61.5 cm diameter
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- Rustic - Rustic is defined as "of, relating to, or typical of country life or country people", and the items illustrated in this price guide accord with that definition.
But in the 18th and 19th century "rustic furniture" had a narrower definition. It referred to furniture where the framework was carved or moulded to resemble tree trunks and branches, and was usually for outdoor use. Rustic furniture was made in cast iron, wood, terracootta and concrete. Much of the Coalbrookdale company's cast iron furniture was of rustic design. - Charger - An oversize dish or plate in ceramic, silver, or pewter primarily made for display, but able to be used for serving at the table or on a sideboard.
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