Pair of Early 20th Century French Rouen Faience Armorial Wall Platters

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Decorate a kitchen wall with this elegant pair of antique French faience platters. Crafted in Rouen circa 1920, each shaped … Read more Decorate a kitchen wall with this elegant pair of antique French faience platters. Crafted in Rouen circa 1920, each shaped dish features a scalloped form with integrated side handles and a richly hand painted décor in the traditional Rouen palette of cobalt blue, ochre, green, and iron red. The border is adorned with scrolling floral and foliate motifs, framing a central armorial medallion.
The heraldic blason at the center, featuring a lamb motif beneath fleurs-de-lis and a crown, is decorative in nature and reflects the historic taste for Renaissance and provincial French heraldry rather than a specific family crest. The composition is lively and balanced, with fine hand detailing throughout and a warm, time-softened glaze.
Both antique platters are in excellent condition commensurate with age and use. Ready to hang, they make a charming wall arrangement in a kitchen, breakfast room, or informal dining space.
Dimensions: 9.75"W x 8.5"H. See less