Beautiful antique decorative wall plate by the renowned French faience manufacturer Sarreguemines (Saargemünd), dating to around 1900.
The plate features a finely detailed romantic “scène galante” in Rococo style, depicting an elegant couple in a garden setting. The delicate color palette and refined printwork make this piece a charming example of French historicist ceramics from the late 19th / early 20th century.
A wonderful decorative object for wall display, cabinet presentation or as part of a French antique ceramics collection.
Details:
Manufacturer: Sarreguemines, France
Period: circa 1900
Material: Glazed faience
Diameter: 21.5 cm
Height: 2 cm
Marked on the reverse with Sarreguemines stamp and impressed marking (“2M”)
Two original factory-made hanging holes in the foot ring (intended as wall plate)
Condition:
Good antique condition consistent with age (over 100 years old).
Even, overall craquelure to the glaze, typical for faience of this period.
Small edge chips present (see photos).
No cracks to the body.
An authentic and decorative piece of French ceramic history with beautiful patina and character.
Private sale – no warranty, guarantee or returns.
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsMulti ColorMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height2 cmWidth21 cmDepth21 cmSigns of usageChipped