Details
Description
A Small Hand‑painted French Faïence (Tin‑glazed Earthenware) Souvenir Stamped “Pornichet” and Dated 1879 on the Base Made in France.
Dimensions …
Read more
A Small Hand‑painted French Faïence (Tin‑glazed Earthenware) Souvenir Stamped “Pornichet” and Dated 1879 on the Base Made in France.
Dimensions are 3” 3/4 x 3” 3/4 by 2” 1/2 high.
A crowned shield decorated with ermine spots, which are strongly associated with the Brittany region of France (the ermine is the traditional emblem of the Duchy of Brittany).
Supporters on each side (stylized animals) and a ribbon at the base.
This decoration reinforces the idea that your stand is a Breton souvenir piece — probably made for sale in Pornichet in 1879, either commemorating a local event or as a high-quality tourist memento.
With the Breton woman on one side and the arms of Brittany on the other, it fits perfectly into the late 19th-century Quimper-style faïence tradition. The small, square, openwork form is less common than plates or jugs, making it an interesting collectible.
See less
- Dimensions
- 3.75ʺW × 3.75ʺD × 2.5ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Earthenware
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Tan
- Condition Notes
- Good condition given age. Please see pictures, it has some chips. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions. Good condition given age. Please see pictures, it has some chips. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Related Collections
- African Desk Sets
- Neoclassical Revival Desk Sets
- Embossed Leather Desk Sets
- Polished Silver Finish Desk Sets
- Brass Desk Sets
- Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
- Victorian Desk Sets
- Roycroft Desk Sets
- Heintz Art Metal Shop Desk Sets
- Egyptian Revival Desk Sets
- Maitland - Smith Desk Sets
- Spanish Desk Sets
- Belle Epoque Desk Sets