Rectangular Trays with Décor Bérain

ManufacturedMoustiers-Sainte-Marie, France

Dateearly 18th Century

MediumTin-glazed earthenware (grand feu faience)

DimensionsOverall (G12.14.16.1 - Tray): 1 5/8 × 12 9/16 × 10 3/16 in. (4.2 × 31.9 × 25.9 cm) Overall (G12.14.16.2 - Tray): 1 9/16 × 12 1/2 × 10 in. (4 × 31.8 × 25.4 cm)

DescriptionDecorated with grotesque ornaments finely outlined in blue on a white ground, the trays exemplify the impact of Jean 1er Bérain’s designs on the decorative arts of the 18th century. Bérain (1640-1711) was a painter, draftsman, engraver and Louis XIV`s official court designer, providing theatrical decors and costumes for royal entertainments. Artisans adapted his ornamental designs known through prints in various media, including textiles, tapestries and furniture.

Credit LineThe Pierre Karch and Mariel O'Neill-Karch Collection.

Object numberG12.14.16.1-2

Classifications

European Ceramics

Sub-classification

French Earthenware - Faïence

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