A late 18th-century French faience plate from Nevers, decorated with a large blue flower in the centre, in a spray of foliage of smaller blooms. The lip features a frieze of dots and stylised flowers. The vibrant palette of blue, green, and yellow stands out on the white base, and the edge features a delicate wave. A gorgeous plate with country textures and an elegant decor.
The French faience industry received a huge boost when, late in his reign in 1709, Louis XIV pressured the wealthy to donate their silver plate, previously what they normally used to dine, to his treasury to help pay for his wars. There was an "overnight frenzy" as the elite rushed to get faience replacements of the best quality. Nevers garden vases in blue and white were prominently used in the gardens of the Chateau de Versailles.
Details:
• Date: 1791
• Material: Earthenware
• Dimensions: Diameter 23 cm / 9 in
• Condition: Good antique condition, no cracks.
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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.
