$500
Villeroy & Boch (German, founded 1748), circa early 20th century. A 21 piece Art Nouveau tilework panel of vertical orientation comprising three columns of seven tiles each, the whole composition depicting a cluster of purple and yellow irises intertwined with stems of small blue flowers all set within a frame of purple arabesques cornered at top with opposing birds. Each panel molded to back with pattern number "51 80" flanking maker's mark and set over "MADE IN FRANCE", each also with another 3 digit alphanumeric likely corresponding to individual tile design. Each tile approximately 5.875" square. Overall approximately 41.25" x 17.75".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2017-01-16
