Antique Italian Asparagus Sauce Tureen Terrestrial 25" L x 16

25" L x 16

5" L Seat  with 13" Back

a large vase and majestic footed bowls

from his Ricreatione dell’occhio e della mente nell’osservation’ delle chiocciole c

Plat à Tarte Details

Antique Italian Asparagus Sauce Tureen Terrestrial 25" L x 16This Italian porcelain sauce tureen, comprising of a bowl afixed to a saucer with a domed lid and ladle notch, is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Molded and hand painted to resemble a bundle of asparagus, these sculptural forms gained popularity in 18th century Europe, where vegetable shaped serveware added a note of whimsy to formal dining, often used for sauces or sweets in a clever visual pun. Details Single sauce