French Majolica Gien Porcelain Artichoke Plates, Set of 4

Pair of 2 White Gien Majolica Artichoke Plates, France 1960s set of French majolica artichoke plates patterned with leaves, scrolls and an artichoke moti...

Very charming set of 13 small canapé plates by Philippe Deshouliers/Limoge. These hors d'oeuvres plates each feature a wine vineyard as well as a fromage cheese pairing. The hand-pai...

Wonderful vintage French escargot snail baking dishes found in a French market. These are designed with the indentations to hold snails cooked in their shells. Wonderful to use but a...

Charming Limoges French Shell with Bird Trinket Tray. As found in France, this piece features a hand painted dish with gilt detailing. This piece would certainly be a fantastic addit...

This round and colorful antique planter was created in “Faïencerie de Gien," France, circa 1890. The large porcelain flower pot has intertwined snake handles, and features traditional Greek style motifs throughout. The sculptural, ceramic vase is decorated with hand painted traditional allegory motifs, including the Horn of plenty and lambrequin mantling decor. The elegant porcelain piece is in excellent condition with rich painted colors in the blue, white and yellow palette inside and out. Stamped Gien France underfoot for further authentication. The Faïencerie de Gien is a ceramic factory in the Loire Valley, founded in 1821 by Thomas Edme Hulm. Amongst the many faience manufacturers in the 19th century, the reputation of Gien is equal to those of the factories of Creil, Longwy or Sarreguemines. Gien further developed the technique of emaux cloisonné...

An elegant white French Gien oyster plate, fluted at the edges, circa 1940. Maker's mark on reverse. It would look fabulous displayed or for serving....

French Majolica leaves plate Gien, circa 1880. Green leaves on a yellow background basketweave.

French Majolica Poppies and butterfly plate Gien, circa 1880. Very rare color. This plate have an original default hairline made during the production.