A LARGE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE STYLE MAJOLICA HISTORIATO

A LARGE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE STYLE MAJOLICA HISTORIATO CHARGER, SIGNED, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, of circular form and a brick red painted rim on a broad border of paired harpies issuing from scrolling acanthus leaves suspending thick grape clusters and entwined with an open mouthed serpent, partitioned by painted golden pearls banding continuing to oval reserves enclosing monochrome military trophies, centering a golden pearl trimmed deep green band of black line stylized wilting foliage framing a finely painted view of Renaissance style soldiers carrying various weapons and folded banners while striding through a rolling hills landscape, signed lower right, "Niodel." Diameter: 23 3/4" Provenance: Property of an Important Houston Antiques Dealer
Condition Report: Good condition with light surface wear including some tiny rim chips and glaze crazing in areas throughout, reversing to a white glazed back with old stapled hairline crack repair. Set within a thick wire frame for wall suspension. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS.” NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.