Paterna Wall Plate by G. Santamaría in S.XIII Style | Archaic Figure

- Diameter: 28.6 cm

- Excelllent - This wall plate is in excellent vintage condition.
- Glaze presents beautifully with a soft, even sheen.
- Minor age-appropriate wear from handling and display.
- Original hanging wire still attached at the back.
- No chips or cracks on the glaze surface.

1. Design & Features
- Hand-painted archaic female figure, characteristic of mid-century Paterna workshops.
- Traditional turquoise glaze paired with deep manganese linework.
- Stylised botanical elements inspired by medieval Valencian ceramic motifs.
- Fine dot and line embellishments reflecting 13th-century decorative language.
- Wide rim with double ring borders, completing the composition.
- Intended as a wall plate, with an existing hanging wire.

2. Craftsmanship
- Created in Paterna (Valencia, Spain)—a region renowned for centuries of ceramic heritage.
- Signed G. Santamaría, a documented mid-20th-century maker known for medieval revival designs.
- Marked “S.XIII”, indicating Siglo XIII — produced in the style of the 13th century, not from that period.
- Fully hand-painted, resulting in subtle variations and a strong artisanal presence.

3. Uses & Versatility
- Striking wall art for a kitchen, hallway, or eclectic gallery wall.
- Pairs beautifully with rustic Mediterranean, Spanish folk, or traditional European interiors.
- Works as a focal point in curated ceramic groupings.
- Ideal for collectors of Iberian, folk art, or medieval revival ceramics.