DECK Théodore - Pair of large vases signed Théodore Deck 1823-1891

Exceptional large vases forming a pair, Japanese decor in shimmering colors, a rare yellow background on which birds, butterflies, bees and flowering branches evolve. Signed under the base TH. DECK . Théodore Deck (1823-1891), world famous ceramist, was born in Alsace in Guebwiller. Based in Paris, he developed with his brother a ceramics workshop quickly recognized for its productions bringing together technical and artistic quality, he will obtain numerous awards during his participation in major exhibitions in the last third of the 19th century.