Antique asparagus dish in slip – Wasmuël, Belgium – circa 1880

This splendid asparagus dish in glazed slip, signed by the Belgian manufacturer Wasmuël, transports us directly to the country tables of yesteryear. A piece that is at once useful, decorative, and steeped in history, ideal for enhancing a table or enriching a collection of antique earthenware. Its relief decoration features delicate crossed asparagus spears, framed by stylized sunflowers at the ends, all bordered by lush foliage with Art Nouveau accents. A subtle patina, natural colors, and that little extra soul specific to objects that have survived the ages. Details Period: circa 1880-1900 Origin: Wasmuël factory, Belgium Material: Glazed earthenware / slip Technique: Relief decoration molded and hand-painted Dimensions: ↳ Length: 35 cm ↳ Width: 17.5 cm ↳ Height: 8.7 cm Condition Beautiful shine of the enamel Fine cracks typical of old slip Visible crack under the base, stable (not through) Small chips on the foot, barely visible once in place The signs of time which underline the authentic character of this old piece.