Art Nouveau decorative plate - Polychrome ceramic in relief

Art Nouveau decorative plate - Polychrome relief ceramic, ca. 1900-1910 Period: early 20th century (ca. 1900-1910) Material: polychrome glazed ceramic in relief Technique: relief mold with field glazes Dimensions: diameter 30 cm; thickness 1.1 cm Marks: numbers and initials stamped on verso Description: Fine decorative ceramic relief dish made in the early twentieth century in the Art Nouveau / Art Nouveau style. The scene depicts a young red-haired woman in a yellow dress and black gloves, intent on picking flowers in a natural landscape with lake and hills in the background. The whole is embellished with soft lines and sharp contours, distinctive elements of the Art Nouveau figurative language. The vivid palette, with tones of golden yellow, olive green, pink, and sky blue, emphasizes the decorative character of the work. The brown enamel border harmoniously frames the scene, making the plate suitable both for wall display and as a centerpiece. Conservation status: excellent; shiny surface and glazes intact; minimal age craquelure, no visible chips or fractures.