A delightful ceramic cake platter with a lovely green glaze and classic Provençal cicada motifs from the home of Patricia Wells. Per Provençal folklore, God dispatched the cicada to awaken the napping workers during the afternoon to prevent excessive summer slumber!
Patricia loves to use this platter for presenting soft cheeses while hosting.
It was was most likely made in the village of Dieulefit, well known for its pottery ateliers. A charming souvenir from Patricia and Walter's private collection.
See last image about Cicadas, page 124, Wells, P. (2004). The Provence Cookbook. New York, NY: HarperCollins Publishers.
Light wear.
Approx. overall 0¾" high x 12¼" diameter externally 11½" diameter clearance internally
Approx. overall 2cm high x 31cm diameter externally 29cm diameter clearance internally
