Bernard Palissy

School of Bernard Palissy

French, 1510 - 1590

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This is a painting of a scene with mythological or religious elements. The oval-shaped object is elaborately decorated with blue and white patterns, green accents, and detailed motifs. In the center, a figure kneels with bowed head and clasped hands, while another figure stands behind holding an object. An angelic figure emerges from clouds above, interacting with the scene. The background features lush greenery, trees, and a cityscape, with a small pot emitting flames. The style is reminiscent of Bernard Palissy.
Shallow Oval Dish with the Sacrifice of Isaac, 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2015.19.4063

Shallow Oval Dish with the Sacrifice of Isaac

· 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4063

The sculpture is a shallow dish with two reclining figures at its center. The figures are human and intertwined, surrounded by small white seashell-shaped elements. The dish is made of ceramic with various colors. The material has a three-dimensional appearance and is detailed. The colors used are greens, blues, and flesh tones with a deep blue shade on the outer rim, giving it a lush and colorful look with naturalistic elements.
Fontainebleau Pottery, Avon Pottery, "Gondola" with Bacchus and Ceres, late 16th/early 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2015.19.4062

"Gondola" with Bacchus and Ceres

Fontainebleau Pottery, Avon Pottery · late 16th/early 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4062

This is a painting of a classical mythological scene rendered in relief on a circular object. The artwork shows multiple figures engaged in various activities within a lush, natural setting. The circular composition features a central river or waterway, in which a sea creature seems to be swimming, with figures around it. The scene is surrounded by greenery, with trees and foliage framed by the rim of the object. Various figures, wearing classical attire, are engaged in animated poses, suggesting a narrative or mythological event. The style is similar to Renaissance art, reminiscent of artists like Luca della Robbia.
Fontainebleau Pottery, French 16th/17th Century, Round Plate with Perseus and Andromeda, late 16th/early 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2015.19.4066

Round Plate with Perseus and Andromeda

Fontainebleau Pottery, French 16th/17th Century · late 16th/early 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4066

The sculpture is an intricate, circular relief with a detailed pattern resembling a Gothic rose window. The design includes several human faces or busts symmetrically placed around the piece, each nested within a clover-shaped border. Made from glazed ceramic, the sculpture features a rich color palette of deep blues, pastel greens, creamy whites, and golden yellows. The ornate piece has various floral and geometric motifs creating a complex interplay of shapes and patterns. The relief elements stand out against the flat base of the sculpture.
Round Openwork Dish with Masks in Trefoils, late 16th/early 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2015.19.4084

Round Openwork Dish with Masks in Trefoils

· late 16th/early 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4084

The sculpture is a ceramic dish featuring raised figures from the animal kingdom. At the center is a brown crocodile. Other figures include a coiled snake on the left and a moth on the right. Smaller figures like snails, shells, and leaves are scattered around the dish. The dish is predominantly blue with various colored figures that contrast against the blue background. The piece appears three-dimensional with vividly carved and colored creatures.
Rustic Plate with Crocodile, Snake, and Lizard, 19th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2014.136.358

Rustic Plate with Crocodile, Snake, and Lizard

· 19th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2014.136.358

This is a photograph of an ornate ceramic platter. The surface of the platter is detailed with natural motifs, such as leaves, fruits, and small creatures like a snail and insects. In the center, there is a concentric circular design, surrounded by textures resembling wood and stone. The dominant colors are earthy greens and browns, with touches of blues, reds, and whites. The overall design captures the intricacies of nature in a three-dimensional form, showcasing pottery and ceramic glazing techniques.
Rustic Plate with Shells, Water Creatures, and Dragonfly, probably 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2015.19.4075

Rustic Plate with Shells, Water Creatures, and Dragonfly

· probably 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4075

The sculpture is an oval platter featuring detailed elements of creatures and foliage from a natural environment. At its center, there is a coiled snake made of a shiny material, possibly ceramic or glazed pottery. The color palette includes greens, browns, and yellows with accents of blue and white. The snake is surrounded by animals like a frog and fish, as well as plants and leaves. The textures and raised elements create a rich and three-dimensional effect.
Rustic Plate with Snakes, Lizards, and Frog, probably 17th century, lead-glazed earthenware, Corcoran Collection (William A. Clark Collection), 2014.136.359

Rustic Plate with Snakes, Lizards, and Frog

· probably 17th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2014.136.359

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Abundance Platter

Georges Pull · mid 19th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4091

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Oval platter with the Nymph of Fontainebleau

Georges Pull · mid 19th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2014.136.363

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Oval dish with Allegory of Autumn

· 19th century · lead-glazed earthenware ·  Accession ID  2015.19.4083