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French Gabriel Fourmaintraux Majolica Oyster Plates, Mid-Century

About the Item

Gabriel Fourmaintraux, (1886-1984), was a French ceramist who contributed to the development of Desvres earthenware and its great renown. The Desvres Earthenware Museum, housed in the former Fourmaintraux factory, contains a collection of over 10,000 molds by Gabriel Fourmaintraux. His pieces, particularly his earlier porcelain work, are now collector's items. These stunning handmade oyster plates, will give a touch of freshness and originality to all tables
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. One plate has a small mark on the side (last picture).
  • Seller Location:
    ASNIÈRES-SUR-SEINE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10476245456562

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