SAMSON, Emile (1837-1913), large Iznik-style dish, late 19th - early 20th century Enameled earthenware dish with scalloped marly border, decorated with floral tulip stems and interspersed rosettes, a frieze of stylized waves and rocks running along the marly border. On the back, alternating rosettes and spirals are painted on the base and the Samson "S" monogram below. Diameter: 40.7 cm Minor firing defects, slight chips on the foot.