A Théodore Deck earthenware 'Japonisme' large footed oval centerpiece circa 1875

painted on the interior and around the exterior with birds perched on flowering branches or in flight pursuing winged insects against a watery blue ground, impressed TH DECK.

There is a minor fine 3-in. haircrack to the rim at one end and a minor shallow chip to the rim. There is some minor wear and scratching to the interior consistent with use.
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A very similar jardinière by Théodore Deck was sold in these rooms on April 19, 2013, lot 136 ($22,500).