Big charger
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- Big charger
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- Segle XVI
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- Manises ceramic
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- Diám. 49 cm
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- This monumental lustreware charger, produced in Manises during the 16th century, represents the continuity of the Hispano-Moresque tradition adapted to the new formats and tastes of the period. The central ornamentation is defined by a rampant lion, rendered with expressive brushwork and surrounded by scrolling vegetal motifs. The golden lustre is applied densely across the entire surface to create reflections that emphasize the animal's sculptural presence and the richness of the object, which was primarily conceived for display in ceremonial contexts.
The composition is structured by a broad ornamental border that alternates geometric and foliate motifs with rhythmic precision, serving as a frame that balances the dynamism of the central figure. This rim reflects the maturity of the ornamental language used by Valencian workshops in the 16th century, maintaining the influence of previous Gothic and Mudéjar traditions. The reverse features simplified decoration with motifs common across various production centres on the peninsula, reaffirming this piece's status as an exponent of the international prestige of Manises ceramics.
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