French Hand-Painted Faience Dessert Plates, Set of Six, Mid-20th Century
Charming set of six French faience dessert plates dating to the mid-20th century, each hand-painted with colorful fruit motifs including berries, plums and foliage. The softly scalloped rims and individually painted decorations reflect the enduring tradition of French decorative ceramics, where subtle variations from piece to piece contribute to their character and appeal.
Produced circa 1940s–1960s, the plates combine practical tableware with the warmth of hand-crafted decoration. Their cheerful palette and botanical imagery make them particularly suited to country house interiors, layered table settings and collections of European ceramics.
Beautiful for desserts, tea service or display, the set offers the charm of traditional French faience with the individuality that comes from hand-painted production.
Details
- 1stDibs reference: LU10969250352182
- Period: Mid-20th Century
- Date: 1960
- Origin: France
- Materials: Ceramic
- Techniques: Hand-Crafted
- Style: Rustic
- Dimensions: H 1 × W 8 × D 8 × L 1 IN
- Condition: GOOD