Mfa Appraisal

ArTables Hand-Painted Ceramic Plate "WALLPAPE" by Debra Durrer MFA

The item is a white ceramic plate or platter, likely oval or rectangular in shape, based on the visible curvature and rim. The surface is glossy and appears to be in good condition with no visible cracks, chips, or significant scuffs, although light surface wear may be present but is not discernible from the provided image. The back of the item features a prominent white paper label with black text, identifying it as "An 'ORIGINAL' ARTABLES / Hand Painted in Canada / By Debra Durrer MFA / WALLPAPE / PEAR-G3003". Below the main text, it includes "for more info to www.artables.ca". This label indicates the item is a contemporary piece, likely produced in the 21st century given the web address. Below and to the right of the label, there is a hand-painted or stamped mark in grey/black that reads "ARTABLES" followed by a registered trademark symbol (®) and then the word "CANADA". Below "ARTABLES," there is a stylized 'G' or spiral symbol. To the right of the 'ARTABLES' mark, there is a freehand black signature or inscription, possibly 'nou' or 'rou', which could be the artist's signature or another identifier. The combination of the label and the direct mark suggests a high level of craftsmanship and authenticity, characteristic of designer or artisan-made ceramics. The item's primary quality indicator is its origin as a hand-painted piece by a credited artist, Debra Durrer MFA, under the 'ARTABLES' brand, suggesting it is a unique or limited-edition decorative object rather than mass-produced dinnerware.