Authentic 18th-century French faience plate from Nevers, dating to circa 1760–1790.
The plate is decorated with a charming hand-painted scene featuring birds among flowering plants, executed in the traditional Nevers palette of cobalt blue, yellow, green, and manganese. The lively brushwork and naïve elegance are characteristic of provincial French faience of the late 18th century.
The scalloped rim, soft creamy glaze, and freehand decoration reflect the artisanal nature of Nevers production, where each piece was individually painted. The reverse shows typical kiln marks and glaze bubbles consistent with period manufacture.
A beautiful collector’s piece representing French decorative arts of the Enlightenment era.
Details:
• Origin: Nevers, France
• Date: c.1760–1790
• Material: Tin-glazed faience (earthenware)
• Technique: Hand-painted underglaze
• Decoration: Birds, flowers, pastoral motif
• Dimensions: Diameter: 23 cm / 9 in
• Condition: Good antique condition. Minor rim chips, glaze wear, and age-related surface marks consistent with 18th-century ceramics. No cracks or restorations. Stable and decorative. (Photos form part of the description.)
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A well-placed antique does more than decorate a room - it gives it authorship. Against a contemporary interior, older objects introduce texture, balance and a sense of permanence that cannot be replicated by newly made pieces alone.
This is the principle behind the LÜRON selection. We look for works that carry historical character with ease, and that feel as convincing in a Paris apartment as they do in a more modern architectural setting.
