{"product_id":"set-of-7-amusing-fish-shaped-ceramic-plates-france-circa-1960-70-103-4","title":"Set of 7 Amusing Fish-Shaped Ceramic Plates, France, circa 1960–70 - 10¾\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA set of seven small ceramic plates in the form of stylized fish, stamped “Prodal Embrun” beneath the base and likely dating from the 1960s or 1970s. Each is finished in a rich green glaze whose character varies from piece to piece, ranging from softly mottled to more luminous and slightly iridescent areas. Brown detailing defines the eyes, mouths, fins, and outer edges, with occasional movement or bleeding of the glaze that gives the group a distinctly handcrafted quality. The slightly raised eyes and modeled fins add texture and a sculptural quality, while the rather melancholy little mouths give the fish an unexpectedly comic expression. The set is in very good condition, with no chips or cracks observed and only the expected light glaze wear from careful use. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProduced in Embrun in the Hautes-Alpes, these plates date from the documented period of Prodal production in the 1960s and early 1970s. Their playful naturalistic subject, simplified forms, and expressive glazes reflect the broader enthusiasm for colorful, informal decorative ceramics in postwar France. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith their fish motif and fresh green palette, the seven plates would make a charming wall display in the kitchen of a holiday home by the sea, arranged like a loose school of fish. Their small size also makes them ideal for serving appetizers during alfresco meals by the sea. Displayed or used together, the subtle variations in glaze and expression give each fish its own character. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight wear.\u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 10¾\" long x 4¾\" wide x 1¼\" high \u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 27cm long x 12cm wide x 3cm high\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54244586062162,"sku":"25171","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC03945_df9285d8-9f52-4e4c-844e-3f8bcb2451bd.jpg?v=1786599295","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/set-of-7-amusing-fish-shaped-ceramic-plates-france-circa-1960-70-103-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}