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Vintage Ukrainian Folk Art Ceramic Plate — “My Maiden, Water My Horse”Artist: Maria Kurochka | LKSF | 1970sA beautiful vintage Ukrainian decorative ceramic plate inspired by traditional Ukrainian folk poetry, rural life and romantic imagery.Created by Ukrainian ceramic artist Maria Kurochka for the Lviv Ceramic and Souvenir Factory (LKSF) in the 1970s, this impressive plate features a romantic scene depicting a young couple in love alongside a horse. The composition evokes the atmosphere of traditional Ukrainian village life, courtship and folk songs passed down through generations.The plate also features a Ukrainian inscription:“Дівчино моя, напій ми коня, з рубленої криниченьки,з нового відра.”English translation:
“My maiden, water my horse from the reddish well, using a new bucket.”The wording carries the poetic character of Ukrainian folk tradition, where a horse, a young maiden and a well become part of a tender scene of courtship and rural romance.ITEM DETAILS* Artist: Maria Kurochka
* Manufacturer: Lviv Ceramic and Souvenir Factory (LKSF), Ukraine
* Period: 1970s
* Subject: Ukrainian folk romance, a couple in love and a horse
* Inscription: Ukrainian folk verse
* Material: Ceramic
* Diameter: 385 mm / 38.5 cm / 15.16 inches
* Condition: Please refer to the photographs and the seller’s condition assessment.ABOUT THE ARTIST AND THE FACTORYMaria Kurochka is associated with the artistic tradition of Ukrainian decorative ceramics. Her plate reflects the appeal of folk-inspired imagery, in which everyday rural scenes, traditional courtship and cultural memory become subjects for decorative art.The Lviv Ceramic and Souvenir Factory (LKSF) was part of Lviv’s rich artistic and applied arts tradition. During the Soviet period, its ceramic production included decorative plates and souvenirs that drew on Ukrainian cultural themes and local artistic traditions.Today, vintage pieces from this period appeal to collectors of Ukrainian ceramics, Eastern European folk art and Soviet-era decorative pottery.A ROMANTIC STORY IN UKRAINIAN FOLK ARTWhat makes this plate particularly charming is its narrative character.The young couple and the horse bring to mind the world of Ukrainian folk songs, where love, courtship, nature and village life are woven together through simple yet expressive imagery.The Ukrainian inscription adds another layer of cultural meaning. It preserves the sound and spirit of a traditional verse, connecting the object with Ukraine’s rich oral heritage.With its generous 38.5 cm diameter, this plate makes an eye-catching display piece for a wall, a cabinet or a collection of vintage Ukrainian decorative art.It would make a meaningful gift for collectors of Ukrainian folk art, lovers of traditional poetry, members of the Ukrainian diaspora, or anyone who appreciates the romance and history of Eastern European culture.A distinctive vintage collectible that brings together ceramic craftsmanship, folk storytelling and Ukrainian cultural identity.CONDITION & SHIPPINGPlease examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition and details of the plate.The item will be carefully packed for international shipping to help protect it in transit.A wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Ukrainian decorative ceramic art from the 1970s.
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