First appearing in 1851 at the Great Exhibition in London, Majolica ware is richly colored pottery with designs based on plant and animal motifs. By the time it was exhibited at the 1855 Paris World's Fair, it had taken the bourgeoisie of Europe and the Americas by storm. The love affair with majolica continues even today and with this gorgeous Antique Majolica Plate it's certainly easy to see why!

Case in point, this lovely Antique Majolica Asparagus Plates found at market outside Paris. Coming to us from the early 1900s, the asparagus plate is gorgeous with its earthy aesthetic and lush detail. Layered spears of white asparagus are tipped in delicate shades of green, pale blue and lavender, surrounded by a highly decorative border of scrolling flourishes. At the bottom of the plate, a shell forms a clever well for hollandaise or other tasty sauces. 

This Antique Majolica Asparagus Plate will delight for years to come and lovingly serve your every tender asparagus spear in elegant and timeless French style. 

Strictly limited quantities (at listing, a total of 4 plates are available) and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition. 9.5" in diameter. Handwash Only.

Learn More About Asparagus

Asparagus is a member of the lily-of-the-valley family and is unique in having no leaves, but rather delicate "photosynthetic" branches. Once known as sparrow grass, asparagus was not considered a food, but rather a cure for everything from heart trouble to toothaches - it was even supposed to prevent bee stings! Today we love it for its deliciously sweet, fresh flavor that perfectly captures the joys of early summer.