Pair of Vieux Paris Platters, France, Circa:1790

Design in the oriental taste based on Chinese export designs in rich colors of navy dark red and salmon on a white ground, printed and impressed marks on back, polychrome decoration,...

Maison Jansen represented the quintessence of taste from shortly after its founding in the late 19th Century to well into the post-WWII era. The firm’s creations were sought out by the highest-level designers throughout its existence, and their creations graced the homes of royalty, the rich and famous, and leading style-setters worldwide. Its craftsmen had an amazing ability to combine styles of the past with modern trends, which is evident in this chandelier. It harks back to the 18th Century look of Louis XVI, yet gave a very modern look to the grand salons in Paris and fabulous living rooms of New York in the 1930’s & 40’s. The hand-cast gilt-bronze frame and bobeches are lavishly adorned with original hand-cut French crystal beads, bead ropes, kites, almonds, and florets. The crown, bobeches, and bottom basket...

This distinctive and large elongated fish platter is perfect for serving your favorite fish in style. The removable pierced strainer/drainer will keep your cooked fish easily accessi...

Rare French Majolica Pink Platter with poppies circa 1890.