1920-1950's French Enameled Faience / Majolica Plate, Émaux De Longwy

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A gorgeous French faience ceramic plate or shallow bowl with slightly wavy rim.
It features a vibrant turquoise blue background … Read more A gorgeous French faience ceramic plate or shallow bowl with slightly wavy rim.
It features a vibrant turquoise blue background (bleu de Longwy) and hand-painted floral enamel motifs.
The bottom displays the classical crackled glaze
An authentic piece from the famous "Manufacture des Émaux de Longwy" in France, well marked..
This style of stamp (a circular coat of arms with a crown, flanked by two Crosses of Lorraine) was introduced in the 20th century and was primarily used between the 1920s and 1950s, (spanning the Art Deco and Mid-Century eras)
Also there is a stamp with the shape number FORME 3401 and DECOR 5686 (Pattern):
Pattern 5686 is a classic and highly recognizable design from the factory, featuring stylized floral motifs with pinkish-red peonies or hibiscus flowers, winding brown stems, green leaves, and small yellow accents set against an intense turquoise blue background.

Measurements: Approx. 9.25" diameter x 1.25"
It weighs about 1 lb. 2 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. All original and unaltered.
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