Orchies

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

Rare French Majolica asparagus tureen circa 1890. Platter & tureen.

A French Faïence majolica glazed asparagus plate from the Orchies Faïencerie in Saint-Armand-Les-Eaux, Northern France, circa 1885. Creamy-white colored asparagus with purple tips l...

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Art Deco ceramic seagull statue by Moulin-des-Loups (Orchies), France, 1920s. Seagull with a fish in its beak. Height : 8.7"(22cm), Width : 9.1"(23cm), Depth : 4.3"(11cm). Mou...

A charming antique French majolica barbotine pig pitcher by Orchies, circa 1920. Maker's mark on reverse. This highly collectible pitcher, titled "Cochon au Jambon" (pig with ham), i...

A very unusual and beautiful French barbotine majolica asparagus serving platter, oval in shape and featuring a typical 'trompe l'oeil' textured decoration of globe artichokes and pu...

Large French Majolica Pair of Apples & Pears Platters Orchies Circa 1930. 12.5 inches diameter.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

We kindly invite you to read the entire description, as we provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. These stunning vases display clear Art Deco influences, evident in the geometric lines and squared, decorative handles adorned with elegant gilding. The tapered, symmetrical shape is typical of the 1920s and 1930s when Art Deco was at its peak. The predominant color is a deep cobalt blue, characteristic of high-quality ceramic production from that era, associated with a refined decorative style. The gilded handles create a striking and luxurious visual contrast with the rest of the design. The geometric gilded handles, distinctive in their elegance, reflect neoclassical influences reinterpreted through the lens of Art Deco. The decorative details on the handles were applied by hand, a hallmark of fine ceramic craftsmanship. The ceramic used is glazed earthenware. The glossy finish suggests the use of vitreous glazes, applied to achieve a shiny, even surface. The gilding on the handles may have been done using the ceramic lustre technique, where gold is applied at a low temperature after an initial firing, resulting in a durable, shiny finish. The vases date to the period between 1925 and 1930, as indicated by the stamps on the bottom. The Orchies pottery factory was one of the leading French manufacturers specializing in ceramics, located in Orchies, in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. Founded in 1886 by Désiré Leroy, the company quickly gained a reputation for the quality of its products and its distinctive trademark, often featuring the silhouette of a windmill, a typical symbol of that region of France. Initially focused on decorative ceramics and household items, the factory later expanded by merging with other local manufacturers, broadening its range of products. A key figure in the company's growth was Jules Auguste Hamin, who helped drive its expansion and brand development. Orchies products were renowned for their craftsmanship and the high quality of materials used. The ceramics were produced using a variety of techniques, including terracotta and glazed stoneware. Orchies excelled in the creation of decorative vases, tableware, pitchers, and other ornamental objects. Bright colors and glossy finishes were characteristic of many of their works, which blended elements of local tradition with Art Nouveau influences. During its golden age, Orchies not only dominated the French market but also exported its ceramics to several European countries and beyond. Its quality craftsmanship and refined design made its products highly valued by both the general public and collectors of art ceramics. The Orchies factory played a major role in the French ceramic industry from the late 19th to the early 20th century, contributing significantly to the development of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais ceramic tradition. However, like many factories of the time, Orchies faced increasing industrial competition and the economic crises of the 20th century, ultimately ceasing operations in the mid-1900s. Today, Orchies ceramics are highly sought after by collectors for their beauty and rarity. The windmill silhouette, imprinted on many of their pieces, remains a distinctive mark of quality and elegance. This pair of vases is a beautiful example of French Art Deco ceramics...

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

A rare large French Orchies majolica turquoise / teal / aqua blue green oyster plate platter with handle, circa 1900. Maker's mark on reverse. This stunning oyster platter is a nice ...

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

Large French majolica oyster platter with handle Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica asparagus plate Orchies, circa 1880.     

Large French Majolica asparagus plate Orchies, circa 1880.     

A charming French majolica barbotine pig pitcher by Orchies, circa 1880. Maker's mark on reverse. This highly collectible pitcher, titled "Cochon au Jambon" (pig with ham), is depict...

French Majolica pig with ham signed Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica white daisy plate Orchies, circa 1890.

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

French Faience Pink Plate signed Moulin des Loups Hamage Orchies Circa 1900. Chinoiserie period. Bird and flowers. 4 plates available.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

A French Majolica set of 2 vases and a jardiniere with flowers signed Orchies circa 1930. Art Deco period. Vases height 12.5 inches.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

French Plate bird & butterfly signed L'Hermine Orchies Circa 1900.

Unusual French Majolica plate with a pig head made by Orchies (North of France), circa 1900.

French bird Plate signed Moulin des Loups Hamage Orchies Circa 1900.

French Plate bird & butterfly signed L'Hermine Orchies Circa 1900.

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

French Majolica asparagus platter signed Orchies. (North of France), circa 1900 Every important French manufactures produced at the end of t...

This colorful barbotine jardinière from L'Hermine a Orchies, France, was sculpted circa 1880. Almost square in shape, the antique porcelain cache pot features exquisitely rendered hu...

Vibrantly colored French majolica asparagus and artichoke plate made in the Orchies factory in the late 1800's. The plate has a scalloped rim with artichoke flowers and fall colored ...

These majolica oyster plates are very modern and elegant. Can be used for tapas, aperitif, raw vegetables, and shellfish (of course).

Set of six Moulin des Loups green and cream majolica oyster platters from France Orchies. These round platters have cream background, with seven wells shaped like oyster shells. Each...

French bird Plate signed Moulin des Loups Hamage Orchies Circa 1900.

Pair of Art Deco Vases by Orchies – Glazed Ceramic, France, circa 1930 Refined pair of Art Deco vases in glazed ceramic, signed Orchies, a renowned French ceramics maker. These 1930...

This 19th-century Majolica asparagus hand-painted plate was made in France. Asparagus plate in barbotine - slip decorated with colored asparagus in the middle part, wicker style text...

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica money bank pig with a bag Orchies circa 1900. Small hairline and bubbles on the glaze.

French Majolica flowers plate Orchies Circa 1900.

Very rare stylish minimalistic ceramic Art Deco vase by famous faience factory company "Orchies" founded by two brothers L'Herminé Declercq, Emile and Joseph in Orchies (in Flanders)...

Service à café Moulin des Loups Orchies en faïence française, orné d'un décor nappe verte très champêtre, datant de l'année 1960. Cet ensemble vintage est non seulement un régal pour...

Set of 4 Majolica earthenware asparagus plates, manufactured by the Orchies factory. Developed in the second half of the 19th century, this is a rare set in mint condition. The p...

Stunning set of four French Majolica Art Nouveau purple daisy plates from French maker Orchies. Beautiful shape and would add elegance to any room or table! #7624

French Art Deco Lion Statue by Moulin-des-Loups (Orchies), France, 1920s.This rare and striking ceramic lion statue, crafted by the renowned Moulin...

Majolica Apples Plate Orchies, circa 1900.

A beautiful set of 10 French ceramic oyster plates and platter from Moulin des Loups (Orchies). This set features 9 verdigris plates and one large oyster serving platter...

A Mid-Century Modern Era Majolica glazed French faïence master oyster serving platter, Orchies, circa 1950. Hand glazed in an ombre olive green on a bright white ground, showing ten scallop shaped oyster wells that follow the rim with an additional four shell shaped wells in the center. Marked Orchies Moulin...

A very scarce and desirable French Barbotine majolica jug or pitcher, the Orchies factory, circa 1886-1900. Orchies started producing majolica at the end ...

French Majolica pitcher signed Orchies, circa 1930. Art deco period.

From the Orchies Faïencerie in Saint-Armand-Les-Eaux, Northern France, a majolica glazed oval asparagus server, circa early 1900s. Beautiful glazing – a deeper cradle shaped well co...

From the Orchies Faïencerie in Saint-Armand-Les-Eaux, Northern France, a majolica glazed oval asparagus server, circa early 1900s. Beautiful glazing – a deeper cradle shaped well co...