By Gien
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the faïencery Gien, French ironstone dinner plates in the Malmaison pattern, circa 1871-1875.
Transfer printed in blue on a white ironstone body, the pattern shows a wide cartouche and floral repeating border with a running border on the rim. The plate is molded with four panels that align with the printed pattern.
A charming, clean look - typically French.
Amongst the many faience manufacturers in the 19th century, the reputation of the Gien manufacturers is equal to those of the factories of Creil-Monterau, Longwy, and Sarreguemines. Beginning in 1821 in an old convent in Minimes, The Gien factory began producing faience and Terre de Fer dinnerware using...
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French French Provincial Antique 1870s Delft and Faience