Marguerite Van Biesbroeck

Thistle C0423

Description

Part illuminated manuscript, part Egyptian architectural ornament, all aesthetic Movement, the intertwining palmettes, egg and dart frieze, and locusts hiding in the thistles all take on a spiritual quality under the iridescent glaze. The crisp lines and impeccable order with which this piece was executed provides a bold contrast with the elusive luster glaze. We thank Bernadette De loose, adjunct director of the Design Museum Gent, for the identification. Marks: painted artist’s name 1911 / fragment of paper label