Set of 8 asparagus plates from the early 20th century in Salins barbotine earthenware.

Beautiful set of 8 antique asparagus plates in barbotine. Round shape, relief decoration of 4 asparagus, scalloped leaves & artichoke flower, twisted rim. Made of barbotine earthenware with a white glaze, decorated with green, violet & turquoise enamel; different shades of colour depending on the glazes & firing (each plate is unique, there are +/- 4 similar pairs) Early 20th-century model from the French pottery of Salins les Bains. In very good condition, with a few minimal firing defects (see photos).