Vintage Gzhel-Stye Russian Water Pitcher Vase Ewer Cobalt Blue Floral Signed 8"

Vintage Gzhel-Stye Russian Water Pitcher Ewer Vase Hand-Painted Ceramic Cobalt Blue Floral Signed 8   This lovely vintage Water Pitcher, Ewer, Vase is a beautiful showcase of traditional Russian Gzhel ceramics.  Featuring the world-renowned cobalt blue colorway and traditional Russian Floral Folk Art.  The pitcher features a classic, graceful silhouette with a gently tapered neck, an integrated pouring spout, and a large arched cobalt blue handle. Painted by hand, the body features a vibrant cobalt blue floral motif of blooms, leaves, and sweeping tendrils over an ivory white glaze, and blue rim and foot bands.  The underside is marked NL in block letters above a distinctive hand-painted artist cursive script monogram/signature. The artists signature also appears on the front bottom of the pitcher.  The exact maker or artist is not known, but the form, style and decoration of the pitcher are strongly reminiscent of Gzhel pottery. The large, stylized rose petals and detailed single-stroke brush technique are the quintessential hallmarks of the Gzhel Rose from Russia. The cursive signature visible on the underside and also on the lower front side of the pitcher is also a custom practice for Gzhel artists.  Measures approx. 8 H x 6 1/2 W (to tip of spout and handle).  In very good vintage condition with expected minor light wear and handmade imperfections. Please see pictures for more details.