Large Longwy Enamel Plate, Decoration with Birds and Blackberries, circa 1950-1955

A large circular plate in cloisonné Longwy enamels, decorated by hand. The polychrome composition depicts two birds perched on a bramble branch laden with blackberries, surrounded by broad foliage in autumnal colours. The ivory ground with a characteristic network of crackles enhances the vivacity of the enamels, underlined by a deep blue line on the rim. On the reverse, stamp "Emaux de Longwy - Décoré à la main - France", used between 1950 and 1955. Numbered.