A charming vintage earthenware asparagus plate, beautifully hand decorated with a floral design in the faïence tradition of Martres-Tolosane. Painted in a style that began in the southwest of France in the 18th century. Made by Georges Cabaré, circa 1960.The dimensional plate has a raised, molded bunch of asparagus in the center with two deeper wells on either side, one for a dipping sauce and one for waste. The scalloped edging has a hand painted floral border in typical Provençal colors of spring green, blue, and mustard yellow on a white ground. Marked EM AA, the mark of the painter.Measures: 9.25 inches in diameter x .75 inches highMultiples are available in excellent vintage condition, some light wear typical of faïence.