A decorative ceramic dish shaped as a stylized crocodile, this piece embodies the hand-crafted character typical of the 1960s. The dish is hand-painted and carefully glazed, with a dominant deep brown hue smoothly transitioning into beige and cream, especially visible on the underside and the smooth bowl area. The crocodile's back features a glossy, dark brown glaze with a textured, scaly finish, while the bowl itself radiates a pale, creamy yellow. The eyes are highlighted with a vivid green accent, and the overall high-gloss finish enhances its decorative impact. The form balances naturalistic animal proportions with gently curved lines, characteristic of vintage figural ceramics. The dish is preserved in very good condition—no visible chips, cracks, or restoration marks. This dish echoes the era when everyday objects took on playful, figural forms without sacrificing utility. The lustrous glaze reflects light like a water surface, while the stylized crocodile seems to glide between the functional and decorative worlds of the 1960s. It presents a small manifesto of design joy, where an animal motif becomes a canvas for creative color and form, and the hand-painted details speak to the uniqueness of each piece. The dish can serve as an eye-catching accent on a coffee table, either standing alone or accompanied by other mid-century ceramic pieces. It may be paired with minimalist tableware or placed on a light tablecloth to highlight the color contrast and glossy surface. This piece would also fit well in an eclectic collector’s interior, where the figural motif adds a hint of playfulness and levity. The listed price refers to a single piece.
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Height6 cm
Width12 cm
Length18 cm
Dimension details
Length18 cm
Height6 cm
Width12 cm
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