Barbotine tobacco jar with hunting motifs, early 20th centur - Lot 130

Barbotine tobacco jar with hunting motifs, early 20th century Molded and glazed barbotine earthenware tobacco jar, shaped to resemble a tree stump, with a relief decoration of two hunting dogs chasing a rabbit. The lid features a handle shaped like a branch adorned with leaves. The naturalistic decoration, rendered in glossy polychrome glazes, is characteristic of early 20th-century barbotine production. Bears the inscription “TROP TARD” on the base. One of the dog’s paws has a chip and an old repair made with adhesive. Details: Period: early 20th century – Material: barbotine earthenware – Height: 20 cm – Weight: 1.2 kg – Condition: one damaged dog’s paw and an old repair made with glue.