NEVERS Earthenware plate with contoured rim featuring... Lot 122

NEVERS Earthenware plate with contoured rim featuring a patriotic polychrome design in the center of a bird on a cage, surrounded by vegetation and a low fence. The bird is released from its cage, as a symbol of freedom. Late 18th century, revolutionary period. D. 23 cm Chips and chips. Bibliography BONNET, Collection de Louis HEITSCHEL, p. 123, n°179: similar model with the inscription ''Libert''. MOINET, BILLON-TOURET, Céramiques Révolutionnaires, p. 115, no. 176.