French Faience, Ochre Sauceboat, 18th century

This 18th-century faience sauceboat from Southewestern France is decorated with elegant flowers and a delicate frieze of foliage and scrolls in ochre. It features the typical elongated shape of the sauceboat with an intricate shaped edge and two handles. Wavy lines adorn the outer body and brushstrokes highlight the handles. With an array of elegant patterns, this sauceboat makes an exquisite decorative accent.