Antique Italian Asparagus Tureen Set

This Italian porcelain tureen set, comprising of a bowl, cover, and underplate, is among John Derian's trove of handpicked vintage & antique goods. Featuring a delicately modeled asparagus spears along it's edges, halved hard-boiled eggs, and black printed maker’s mark, the piece draws on the Rococo-era tradition of whimsical tableware. Asparagus tureens became fashionable in the 18th century not only for their charm but also as a playful nod to form and function, often used to serve dessert in an playful twist on their savory design. Browse the full collection of trompe l'oeil porcelain plates here.

Details

Three-piece set: bowl, lid, and under plate

Tureen with lid - 7.5" L x 7" W x 8.5" H

Plate - 9.5" L x 7.25" W

Glazed porcelain

Black printed maker’s mark on underside

20th-century Italy

Please note that vintage items will embrace unique variations such as chips, scratches, crazing, rust, dirt, and general wear..