




19TH CENTURY VILLEROY & BOCH TURQUOISE MAJOLICA WALL PLATE WITH CLASSICAL PORTRAIT MEDALLION AND ORNATE RELIEF
This 19th century Villeroy & Boch majolica wall plate features a striking neoclassical portrait medallion in olive glaze, framed by ornate scroll and floral relief on a vibrant turquoise ground. Crafted in the late 1800s at the renowned Mettlach works, the plate embodies the bold color and sculptural quality that makes Villeroy & Boch majolica highly collectible.
The underside bears the impressed mold number 682/7.
Details
- Maker: Villeroy & Boch, Mettlach, Germany
- Date: 19th century
- Medium: Glazed majolica pottery
- Raised classical portrait medallion with ornate relief scrollwork
- Colors: turquoise and olive green
- Mark: Impressed 682/7
- Condition: Very good antique condition with light edge wear and small glaze flakes consistent with age (see photos)
Measurements (approx.)
- Diameter: 8 inches
- Weight: 58 ounces (3.6 lbs)
A rare, heavy, and beautifully decorative wall plate — ideal for collectors of European majolica or as a striking wall accent in an eclectic interior.
Eclectic Whimsy Style Tip: This turquoise glaze looks especially bold when styled against dark walls, layered with gilt frames, or incorporated into a maximalist display.
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