Orchies

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

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica flowers plate Orchies Circa 1900.

A rare French majolica barbotine rabbit pitcher by Orchies, circa 1890. Model number LP2 on reverse. This highly collectible pitcher is depicted as a wh...

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

Majolica squirrel pitcher orchies, Circa 1890.

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 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...

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...

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

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 Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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 pitcher with pears Orchies, circa 1890.

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.

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...

French Majolica white daisy plate Orchies, circa 1890.

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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

Rare French Majolica grape pitcher Orchies, circa 1890.

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.

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

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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

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 large French Art Deco ceramic sculpture of a koi carp fish, designed by Lejan and produced by the Faïencerie d’Orchies in the 1930s. The form is characterised by smooth, flowing co...

We have incredible pieces in this Majolica collection, including lots of different-style platters, serving cradles, pitchers, and very rare sauce bowls. This 19th-century Majolica as...

Large French Majolica asparagus plate Orchies, circa 1880.     

Large French Majolica asparagus plate Orchies, circa 1880.     

Large French Majolica asparagus plate Orchies, circa 1880.     

A wonderfully attractive flower pot from the well-known French manufacturer Orchies, dating from between 1915 and 1920. The flowerpot has an exceptionally attractive color – a light...

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...

Large French Majolica pitcher signed Orchies, Circa 1930. Art deco period.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1900.

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

A Mid-Century Modern Era Majolica glazed French faïence Oyster plate, Orchies, circa 1950. Hand glazed in an ombre olive green on a bright white ground, showing six scallop shaped oyster wells that follow the rim with an additional shell shaped well in the center for sauce or lemons. The intensity of the glazing varies on each plate. Marked Orchies Moulin...

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

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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

French Majolica daisy plate Orchies unsigned, circa 1890.

This antique water pitcher was crafted in Northern France, circa 1880. The jug, titled "Cochon au Jambon" (pig with ham), features a pig sculpture with a laurel leaf crown carrying a...

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

French Majolica pig with ham signed Orchies, circa 1900.

French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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...

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 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 centre. Marked Orchies Moulin...

Majolica cherries plate Orchies, circa 1910.

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

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...