Bennington Potters Vermont Vintage Large "Fresh Fish" Serving Tureen painted wood pig Art nouveau in style

Art nouveau in style

Every sort of bud looks lovely in it

This particular box I believe was refinished at some point (the exterior is in excellent condition)

and a few spots where the grass has darkened a bit - all as documented

I believe from either the German Schwarzwald mountain region in southwestern Germany

Bennington Potters Vermont Vintage Large "Fresh Fish" Serving Tureen painted wood pig Art nouveau in styleI have a vague recollection of seeing this wonderful fish tureen for sale at Bennington Potters sometime in the 80s, which seems about right. I am not certain if it was designed by David Gil himself, but is definitely reflective of his era at Bennington, and bears a strong resemblance to his various fish platters. Even if one never puts it to use, I think it's a pretty striking object to have around, but how much fun to put this at the center of a