Spanish Lebrillo Decorative Fajalauza, 1930

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Large 1930 Spanish Fajalauza "Lebrillo" from Granada. A lebrillo is a large ceramic bowl with rim. These bowls originated in … Read more Large 1930 Spanish Fajalauza "Lebrillo" from Granada. A lebrillo is a large ceramic bowl with rim. These bowls originated in the 15th Century and are typically green and white in colour with terra cotta rims. At the centre of this one, a rooster stands among curling sprays of foliage, beneath the inscription " Año 1930." Around it, six bold sets of concentric arcs sweep in from the rim, punctuated by round green dots, a pattern that gives the piece a lively, almost rhythmic energy. Lebrillos were part of household all-purpose furnishings in those days, typically used for doing laundry, cooking and even bathing the children. There were eight different sizes of Fajalauza depending on their use. They were often passed down through generations and were rarely thrown away. If they broke, they were repaired by a professional called a lañador who used hot tin to solder them. Antique pieces with signs of repairs are often considered especially valuable to collectors. The forged metal display stand is included in the price. This piece is in fair overall condition presenting slight fading to the colour and blemishes to the rim which attest to its age and character. Please enjoy the many photos accompanying the listing. Dimensions : H 25 cm / 9.8" Dia 72 cm / 28.3" See less