I am hoping someone can help identify and value this vase for me. I apologize if the picture is a bit out of focus. The outside surface very much resembles other Palissy ware pieces I have seen except there are flowers in place of the usual critters you find on such pieces. With the exception of the raised flowers on both sides the entire surface is rough textured with a series of sharp bumps. The interior is glazed and the bottom is unglazed.
Thank you for your help, I hope I can return the favor.cshhm

 Natural, Black Star Sapphire Cabochon, opaque oval untreated. one 5.64ctw and one 5.03ctw.

 My girlfriend bought this painting in German in 1986.  Recently she took the painting to a local appraiser and he told her it was worthless.  I found your website and saw other original oil paintings by A. Franke which seemed to have value.  I was wondering if someone could tell me the value and also any information you might have regarding this picture.  Thank you very much!  

Inscription on top says Tutto E Possiblile and when you lift the lid it reads Anything is Possible

I have 5 6.5" plates, 2 8" plates, and 2 10" plates.  There are no chips on them, but there is some wear around the outside edges of all of the plates.  The edge of the piece in the picture has about the same wear as all of the other pieces.