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Antique French large set toilet Pitcher basin ceramic Jules Viellard Bordeaux

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Large antique French washbasin and its pitcher from the manufacture Jules Viellard Bordeaux (JVB). The model is Rouen. Rare to find ! Important pitcher and its basin in polychrome enamelled earthenware, model "Rouen", with decoration of lambrequins and vegetal scrolls, marks on the reverse in blue and marks in hollow «BH». Work of the end of the XIXth century. In 1835, this factory was bought by the Irish David Johnston. He then produced pieces inspired by the very competitive fine English earthenware of Staffordshire. His company will employ up to 700 workers. In 1844, Jules Vieillard, an employee of David Johnston, bought the factory in financial difficulty. It was renamed Jules Vieillard & Cie in 1845. Production is industrialized and refocused only on fine earthenware. This quality earthenware will be awarded at the Universal Exhibitions. - The pitcher : high : 33 cm / 13" length : 25cm / 9,9'' In good condition - The basin diameter : 41,5cm / 16,2'' high : 14cm / 5,5'' restored with the antique technique. You can see staples that were put on the bottom of the basin. It is a 19th century repair technique that we no longer know how to repair. Beautiful washbasin and its pitcher. very decorative.
  • Creator:
    Jules Viellard (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Diameter: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The basin was restored with the antique technique. You can see staples that were put on the bottom of the basin. It is a 19th century repair technique that we no longer know how to repair. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3541stDibs: LU9318237032262
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