Ewer with female figure 1845 - 1855

Joseph Landais's "Ewer with female figure" is a stunning example of 19th-century French ceramic art. Crafted between 1845 and 1855, the ewer is adorned with intricate relief decoration, featuring a female figure on top, floral motifs, and a series of grotesque faces. The piece's rich color palette of greens, browns, and whites evokes the natural world, while the bold and expressive decoration reflects the artistic trends of the time. Now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the ewer serves as a testament to Landais's skill and the enduring appeal of decorative arts.