A very pretty Sarreguemines earthenware serving dish, likely made around the 1930s-1940s, whose decor possesses that particular presence of French interwar earthenware. On the ivory background, a large rose unfolds, with red-orange and yellow tones, surrounded by foliage rendered in subtle shades of gray and green. The design is grand, almost theatrical, yet the piece retains a beautiful sobriety thanks to the simple red line that outlines the dish. It is precisely this contrast that gives it its character: a classic form, intended for table service, awakened by a much freer and more modern floral decoration. It also tells of an era when French manufacturers knew how to give everyday objects a true decorative identity. The reverse bears the "Marechal Miel - Sarreguemines" marking, attesting to its French production. With its 31 cm in length and approximately 22 cm in width, the dish has beautiful proportions: sufficiently present to serve as a table dish, without being cumbersome. It has lived and does not seek to hide it. Its surface shows scratches and signs of use, particularly visible in the well, as well as some age-related marks. Nevertheless, the decoration remains clearly legible and retains all its vibrancy. This rose. Generous, slightly antiquated, yet terribly decorative today. It's the kind of piece that doesn't need to be precious to have character: it simply carries with it the charm of beautiful tables of yesteryear.
Additional details:
- Brand: Sarreguemines
- Style: Floral
- Material: Faience
- Colour: ivoire
- Period: 1930s-1940s
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsRed, Grey, Orange, Yellow, Green