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Here's a porcelain piece that seems to have come straight from the pomp and circumstance of a royal dinner party, a broth bowl with a solemn, poetic presence, adorned with sumptuous cobalt blue and gold decoration. This refined service, accompanied by its plate, is richly decorated with gilded fleurs-de-lis, the timeless emblem of French royalty.
On one of the sides, a rare and noble detail catches the eye: a heraldic dog, lying beneath a fleur-de-lys crown, framed by gold crosses, like a guardian of old-fashioned secrets.
The heraldic dog traditionally symbolizes fidelity, obedience and loyalty. In heraldic art, the dog is often depicted to illustrate these virtues, notably on coats of arms and blazons. Its presence alongside the fleur-de-lys, the French royal emblem, may reinforce the idea of unwavering loyalty to the crown or to a noble affiliation.
The handles, lid knob and gilded braids add a touch of pageantry, evoking the tableware of the great aristocratic houses.
Hand-signed below the base: G. Asco, probably a 19th-century decorator or enameller.
Dimensions :
Plate diameter: 18.7 cm (7.36 inches)
Bowl diameter (without ears): 14 cm (5.51 inches)
Total height: 11 cm (4.33 inches)
Condition: Very good overall condition. Intact gilding and remarkable brightness of the decoration. No chips or cracks.
Ref: LI17713Q20