{"title":"19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the beauty of late 19th-century ceramics with exquisite pieces from France, England, and Germany. French faïence dazzled with its vibrant glazing, while English potteries like Mason's crafted fine ironstone. Meanwhile, German porcelain became renowned for its precision and delicate artistry. Add a piece of history to your home with these treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"19th-century-french-terre-de-fer-platter-rouen-sarreguemines","title":"19th Century French Terre de Fer Serving Plate - Rouen - Sarreguemines - c1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning antique platter by French Sarreguemines is a rare find indeed - and of my favourite finds in 2024 at my favourite Brocante in Belfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the pattern, Rouen, has been in use into the 1950s, the date mark places this serving plate to between 1875 and 1900. A treasure of timeless beauty and French artistry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in the ever-captivating Chinoiserie style, the platter features the highly sought-after \"Rouen\" pattern - really the Blue Onion pattern in polychrome. This intricate design showcases an array of delicate florals, scrolling motifs, and elegant flourishes inspired by Eastern aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its age, this platter exudes undeniable charm, carrying the marks of its history with pride. A well-loved piece, it shows characteristic crazing across the glaze, along with a few slight cracks that add to its authenticity and storied past. It’s a piece that will captivate collectors and add a touch of vintage grandeur to any home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terre de Fer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rouen, a polychrome version of the Blue Onion pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eChinoiserie\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eHand-painted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Vintage condition, you can see this plate has had a long life: two slight cracks and a small chip in front, plus some crazing. Two chips and some fine lines on the back. Quite a bit of discolouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 31 cm | 12.2 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 24.5 cm | 9.6 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 4 cm | 1.6 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 0.9 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49268694679820,"sku":"SARR-svpl-25-0002","price":150.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/19th-century-french-terre-de-fer-serving-plate-rouen-sarreguemines-c1880s-394567.jpg?v=1736957118"},{"product_id":"charming-antique-french-platter-minton-sarreguemenes","title":"Charming Antique Oblong French Platter - Minton - Sarreguemines - c1870s","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuch a charming, delightful antique French porcelain platter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the late 19th Century by Sarreguemines, the platter features a beautiful Chinoiserie pattern called \"Minton\": \u003cspan\u003ea profusion of flowers like peonies, pompom flowers, ancient roses, cherry blossom. And in the middle, a bird trying to catch a butterfly. A light frieze completes the whole. The handles are sculpted and painted in brown. A stunning piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy was it named after the famous English porcelain manufacturer? I would love to know, my guess is that it was those two companies met at one of the fairs in the mid- to late 19th century. Either at \"\u003cspan\u003eThe Great Exhibition\" in 1851 at the Crystal Palace in London, where Minton was a great success, or at one of the five \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-page-title-main\"\u003eExposition Universelle\" in Paris in the second half of the 19th century. Maybe this pattern was designed in collaboration? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-page-title-main\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eDecor n ° 252 - \"Fly and bird\" or \"Minton\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Chinoiserie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eImprint transfer enhanced with a brush\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eLorraine coat-of-arms under a mural crown, no additions. Used approx. from 1860 until 1922.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: around 1870\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Almost mint: no shine, no crack, no restoration. There is a small chip of 2 mm on one of the long sides, hardly visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 30 cm | 11,8 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 2.5 cm | 1 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49336732123404,"sku":"SARR-mint-svpl-24-0001","price":96.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/charming-antique-oblong-french-platter-minton-sarreguemines-c1870s-127098.jpg?v=1733307955"},{"product_id":"vintage-coffee-pot-red-v-b","title":"Rare Antique Coffee Pot - Villeroy \u0026 Boch - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of antique elegance to your collection with this absolutely stunning \"Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch Mettlach\" coffee pot, crafted in around 1900. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe light red copper print features a delicate ivy design, evoking the beauty of nature in a sophisticated, understated way. The carefully applied print and smooth ironstone form make this coffee pot a work of art, while the secure lid ensures that it remains both functional and visually striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true piece of history, this lidded coffee pot brings together the craftsmanship and tradition of Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch, perfect for vintage enthusiasts or collectors of timeless porcelain. Whether displayed or used to serve, it’s bound to be cherished for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e unnamed Ivy pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Copperprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rare \"V\u0026amp;B Wallerfangen\" mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1880 and 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mint, only slight signs of wear and tear on the bottom rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVolume: 1 litre\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 21 cm | 8.2 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villeroy \u0026 Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53612817547532,"sku":"V\u0026B-cpt-24-0001","price":180.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/rare-antique-coffee-pot-villeroy-boch-c1890s-389438.jpg?v=1733307967"},{"product_id":"rare-antique-huge-golden-ironstone-pitcher-villeroy-boch-c1920s-copy","title":"Rare Antique Huge Golden Ironstone Pitcher - Villeroy \u0026 Boch - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the elegance of the 1890s with this absolutely glorious Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch water pitcher, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a stunning gradient golden colour that is truly unique, this antique pitcher stands out as a rare find—its shimmering golden accents catching the light and offering a sense of opulence rarely seen in similar pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Art Deco-inspired pitcher is as functional as it is beautiful, boasting an impressive 4-litre volume and a heavy, substantial feel. Its grand size makes it a show-stopping centrepiece, perfect for drawing all eyes in any room or display. The bold, golden hue contrasts brilliantly with the smooth glazed finish, creating an aura of timeless luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilleroy \u0026amp; Boch, a name synonymous with exceptional quality, delivers once again with this magnificent piece. Crafted over a century ago, it has withstood the test of time, remaining in excellent condition, a testament to the brand’s reputation for durability and fine European craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector of rare ceramics or simply appreciate unique, artistic home decor, this antique pitcher offers the perfect blend of historical charm and contemporary appeal. It’s a statement piece that brings the beauty of history right into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rare \"V\u0026amp;B Wallerfangen - Made in Saar-Basin\" mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: A lot of crazing, which makes this even more lovable. No chips or cracks, retains water perfectly. The gold accents on the top rim are sightly worn in a few places.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVolume: 4 litres\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 25 cm | 10 in\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 16 cm | 6.2 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.4 kg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villeroy \u0026 Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53656470225164,"sku":"V\u0026B-ptch-24-0004","price":240.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/rare-antique-huge-golden-ironstone-pitcher-villeroy-boch-c1890s-170710.jpg?v=1733307970"},{"product_id":"majolica-jug-mouzin-lecat-cie-nimy-les-mons-ca-1890","title":"Antique Majolica Jug - Mouzin Leach \u0026 Cie - Nimy-les-Mons - ca 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite majolica pitcher by Mouzin Leach \u0026amp; Cie from Nimy is a remarkable example of 19th-century Belgian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a richly hued glaze, the piece showcases the company’s distinctive blend of naturalistic motifs and Art Nouveau influences. The scene is endearing: several people, men and women, meeting up in the village square, drinking beer, chatting, laughing. To me, the handle is especially impressive, formed like a branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouzin Leach pitchers are known for their vibrant tones and expert glazing techniques, often inspired by organic forms and natural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pitcher, with its rich, intricate detailing and beautifully painted relief patterns, embodies the timeless charm of European majolica and stands as a highly collectible piece, radiating elegance and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tin-glazed earthenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Majolica \/ Barbotine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nimy Les Mons mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mint, only slight signs of wear and tear on the bottom rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVolume: 1.7 litres\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 23 cm | 9 in\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 15 cm | 5.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nimy-les-Mons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53704411414796,"sku":"NIMY-ptch-24-0001","price":320.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-majolica-jug-mouzin-leach-cie-nimy-les-mons-ca-1890-438612.jpg?v=1733308049"},{"product_id":"floral-gravy-boat-with-crazing-obernai-sarreguemines-c1940s","title":"Antique Green Flowery Gravy Boat with Crazing - Sarreguemines - 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep back in time with this exquisite antique Sarreguemines gravy boat in the delicate \u003cstrong\u003ePalmyre\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern, dating back to around \u003cstrong\u003e1900\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its intricate \u003cstrong\u003egreen transferware design\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring delicate floral motifs, reflects the exceptional artistry that has made Sarreguemines pottery a symbol of French ceramic excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime has left its mark in the most charming way — \u003cstrong\u003elots of beautiful patina and fine crazing\u003c\/strong\u003e spread across the creamy surface, adding depth and character to this historic piece. Every line and mark tells a story of meals enjoyed and memories made, making this gravy boat much more than a utilitarian item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarreguemines has long been celebrated for its artisanal craftsmanship, blending elegance with everyday functionality. This piece is perfect for serving sauces or as a charming decorative accent in a vintage-inspired kitchen or dining room. Its timeless beauty invites you to imagine its past life while adding a touch of \u003cstrong\u003eFrench country elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e to your home today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector of French faïence or simply love unique, storied tableware, this antique Sarreguemines gravy boat promises history, charm, and authentic French style. \u003cstrong\u003eA true treasure from a bygone era.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terre de Fer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Palmyre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Palmyre U\u0026amp;Cie. Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lots of patina and crazing, one micro chip on the plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaucière:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 22 cm | 8.7 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 9 cm | 3.5 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 10 cm | 4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaucière with plate:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 25 cm | 10 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 14 cm | 5.5 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 12 cm | 4.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53725976002828,"sku":"SARR-grvb-24-0001","price":67.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-green-flowery-gravy-boat-with-crazing-sarreguemines-1900s-686673.jpg?v=1734345561"},{"product_id":"french-faience-tulipiere-luneville-c","title":"French Faience Tulipiere - Luneville - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite tulipière by Luneville, dating to the late 19th century, embodies the elegance and rich history of French faience. With three openings for floral arrangements, this piece is a lovely example of Luneville’s distinct style and artistry. Hand-painted with the careful detail characteristic of the faience tradition, the tulipière reflects the enduring appeal of floral ceramics, a style closely associated with the picturesque region of Lorraine, France, where Luneville pottery flourished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuneville faience is celebrated for its distinctive French touch on decorative ceramics, contrasting yet influenced by the blue-and-white Delftware popular in the Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece, in particular, resonates with historical charm and is reminiscent of a similar 18th-century Luneville tulipière showcased in the Musée de Reims. The museum’s tulipière illustrates the long-standing tradition of floral ceramics within the region, connecting this piece with a centuries-old lineage of French craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a centrepiece or collector’s item, this tulipière combines the charm of provincial French style with a sense of historical continuity. With subtle age-related crazing that enhances its vintage appeal, this piece by Luneville offers an evocative glimpse into the artistic legacy of faience in 19th-century France.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Demi-Porcelaine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-painted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keller and Guerin mark, that was used from 1880 on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect condition, some crazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 21 cm | 9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 16 cm | 3.1 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 6 cm | 2.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luneville","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53728082788620,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/french-faience-tulipiere-luneville-c1890s-512926.jpg?v=1733307970"},{"product_id":"copper-coal-scuttle-with-ceramic-blue-and-white-handle","title":"Antique Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle with Delft Ceramic Blue and White Handle - 1800s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable antique copper coal scuttle, dating from the 19th century and designed in the elegant helmet shape typical of the Georgian era. This piece is not only practical but also a work of art, with unusual blue and white Delft ceramic handles—a rare touch that sets it apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe swing handle is secured by intricately cast lion’s head escutcheons, a detail that reflects the craftsmanship and decorative spirit of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, the copper has developed a stunning patina, enhancing its character. Though once a functional fireside staple, today it serves as a unique statement piece, ideal for a historic interior, a collector, or anyone who appreciates fine antique metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Copper \u0026amp; Delft ceramic handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Georgian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: United Kingdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: no makers mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1800s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lovely antique condition: no cracks on the handles, hardly any use. The copper body has a lovely patina and signs of age-appropriate use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 26 cm | 10.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 33 cm | 12.9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 27 cm | 10.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delft Blauw","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53728121717004,"sku":"coal-scuttle-24-0001","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-copper-helmet-coal-scuttle-with-delft-ceramic-blue-and-white-handle-1800s-575693.jpg?v=1739872978"},{"product_id":"laughing-monk-pitcher-majolica-barbotine-onnaing","title":"Adorable Laughing Monk Majolica Pitcher - Onnaing - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet this charming antique \u0026amp; rare barbotine pitcher, crafted by Onnaing in France around the 1890s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a delightfully laughing monk with hands folded over his chest, this sculptural jug radiates warmth and character. His expressive face, rich brown tones, and traditional red-glazed interior capture the playful artistry that defines Onnaing’s Majolica creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite a few small chips from its well-loved past (please see photos), this pitcher’s charm remains completely intact. The craftsmanship is unmistakable, with detailed sculpting and vibrant glazing that showcase Onnaing’s mastery of barbotine ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped with the model number #706, this piece carries the legacy of the Onnaing Faiencerie, a historic pottery workshop founded in 1821 and renowned for its whimsical, artistic pitchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed on a shelf, used as a decorative vase, or enjoyed as a conversation-starting bar accessory, this monk pitcher brings a touch of French history and undeniable cheer into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Onnaing, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbotine Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some chips, visible in photos — full of character!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped #706\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Onnaing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53742441955596,"sku":"ONN-ptch-24-001","price":290.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/adorable-laughing-monk-majolica-pitcher-onnaing-c1890s-884702.jpg?v=1735559141"},{"product_id":"rare-wedgwood-ironstone-platter-peace-pattern","title":"Rare Ironstone Pearlware Platter - \"Peace\" Pattern - Wedgwood - 1870s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent Wedgwood Pearlware platter, dating to around the 1870s, showcases the refined neoclassical elegance of the Victorian era. The “Peace” pattern, introduced on September 13th, 1868, embodies themes of harmony and classical beauty, drawing inspiration from the renowned architect Robert Adam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design, two doves carry olive branches, a timeless symbol of peace. Encircling this serene motif is an exquisite border of bows, garlands, and crossed flaming torches—a nod to classical antiquity and enduring ideals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring an impressive 48 cm across, this oval platter is a stunning example of Wedgwood’s craftsmanship in Pearlware. Though it bears signs of age-related wear, it remains free from cracks or chips, preserving its beauty for display or use. A rare and captivating piece that tells a story of artistry and history, perfect for collectors and admirers of antique English ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: \"Peace\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Neo-Classical or \"Robert Adams\" style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eHand-painted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Wedgwood date mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition with some signs of wear but no cracks or chips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: 48 cm | 18.8 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 39 cm | 15.3 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 4 cm | 1.6 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.2 kg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wedgwood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53771214192908,"sku":"WEDG-svpl-24-0001","price":430.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/rare-ironstone-pearlware-platter-peace-pattern-wedgwood-1870s-196010.jpg?v=1739872663"},{"product_id":"art-deco-barbotine-vase-de-bruyen-fives-lille-c1890s","title":"Rare French Art Deco Barbotine Vase - A.G. de Bruyen Fives-Lille - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome pieces seem to whisper stories of their past, and this breathtaking barbotine vase is one of them. Crafted by A.G. de Bruyen in Fives-Lille in the 1890s, it embodies perfectly the elegance and natural inspiration of the Art Nouveau movement. The deep olive-green glaze sets a dramatic backdrop for the delicately hand-painted pink flowers—perhaps clematis—cascading gracefully down its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI discovered this rare treasure at the renowned Rue de Bretagne flea market in Paris, a place brimming with charm and history. Holding it in my hands, I couldn’t help but marvel at the craftsmanship and artistry that A.G. de Bruyen brought to every piece. This French faïencerie, based in the industrial heart of Fives-Lille, was celebrated for its exquisite barbotine work—each piece a tribute to nature and its fleeting beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile its origins are steeped in history, this vase feels timeless. Whether you display it on its own or fill it with fresh blooms, it has a way of capturing attention and adding a touch of poetic grace to any space. A true collector’s item, brimming with character and stories waiting to unfold in its next chapter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: Majolica \/ Barbotine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau \/ Jugendstil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-glazed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good condition, one small chip at the upper rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 23 cm | 9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 10.5 cm | 4.1 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A.G. de Bruyen Fives-Lille","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53909007466764,"sku":"","price":240.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/rare-french-art-deco-barbotine-vase-ag-de-bruyen-fives-lille-c1890s-395283.jpg?v=1735568279"},{"product_id":"antique-blue-serving-plate-boch-freres-la-louviere","title":"Antique Blue Serving Plate - Boch Frères La Louvière - 1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite antique serving plate by Boch Frères is a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating to the 1880s, it features a delicate floral pattern that exudes charm and elegance. The soft, flowing design adds a feminine touch, making it perfect for any vintage-inspired table setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rare \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theceramicsmarksguide.com\/belgium-marks-identification\/royal-boch\/\" title=\"Boch Frères mark identification\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBoch Frères mark\u003c\/a\u003e on the underside attests to its heritage, making this piece a true collector’s find. Remarkably, it has been preserved in near-perfect condition, retaining its original beauty as if it had just left the workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Provincial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Belgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Boch Mark \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1880s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect vintage condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 28 cm | 11 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 36.5 cm | 14.4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 4 cm | 1.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1.1 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53909012545804,"sku":"BOCH-svpl-25-0001","price":79.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-blue-serving-plate-boch-freres-la-louviere-1880s-361741.jpg?v=1739872973"},{"product_id":"louis-xv-wash-set-sarreguemines-emile-bourgeois","title":"Antique \"Louis XV\" Wash Set - Sarreguemines pour Emile Bourgeois, Paris - c1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is more than a toiletry set—it’s a window into the elegance of late 19th-century French craftsmanship. Created by Sarreguemines, a pottery house celebrated for its exceptional artistry, this set was commissioned for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thevintagetales.com\/blogs\/magazine\/emile-bourgeois-and-le-grand-depot-in-paris\" title='Emile Bourgeois and \"Le Grand Dépôt\" in Paris'\u003eEmile Bourgeois’ legendary \"Le Grand Dépôt\" in Paris.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set showcases the iconic Louis XV pattern, renowned for its whimsical floral swirls and refined cream background. The ensemble includes a generously sized basin, an elegant water jug, and a soap dish with a removable plate—a design as functional as it is beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarreguemines, founded in 1790, was a leader in faïence production, blending technical expertise with an eye for decorative art. This partnership with Bourgeois resulted in pieces that embody French sophistication and craftsmanship. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmile Bourgeois was a visionary retailer who transformed the way fine porcelain and tableware were sold in France. After years in London working with Stoke-on-Trent manufacturers, he returned to Paris and opened his now-iconic store in 1862. Known for curating the finest European ceramics, often produced to his specifications, Bourgeois' shop quickly became synonymous with quality and innovation, earning a reputation as \"the largest house in the world for table, dessert, and crystal services.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used for its original purpose or displayed as a striking decorative piece, this toiletry set is a true testament to the artistry and vision of Emile Bourgeois and Sarreguemines. A rare find for lovers of history and design, it’s a statement of timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: The jug wears the well-known Sarreguemines mark used from 1875 to 1900. Both the soap dish and the basin feature another mark: \"E. Bourgeois, Paris\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJug\u003c\/em\u003e: Perfect vintage condition: no cracks or chips, some light crazing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBasin\u003c\/em\u003e: Perfect vintage condition: no cracks or chips. Wear on the handles. Some light crazing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoap Dish\u003c\/em\u003e: good vintage condition: there is a small chip on the upper edge of the dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJug:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 28 cm | 11 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 20 cm | 6.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasin:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWidth: 45 cm | 17.7 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 30 cm | 11.8 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 20 cm | 7.9 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.2 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoap Dish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWidth: 15 cm | 5.9 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 10 cm | 3.9 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 5 cm | 1.9 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 0.4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53922674934028,"sku":"SARR-LXV-wash-24-0001","price":640.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-louis-xv-wash-set-sarreguemines-pour-emile-bourgeois-paris-c1880s-526823.jpg?v=1735210440"},{"product_id":"antique-four-piece-wash-set-nelly-villeroy-boch","title":"Antique Four-Piece Wash Set - Nelly - Villeroy \u0026 Boch - c1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite 4-piece Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch wash set in the enchanting \u003cem\u003eNelly\u003c\/em\u003e pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating back to the height of the Art Nouveau period, this rare find reflects the era's hallmark floral curves and sophisticated design. Made from glazed ironstone, each piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship and durability, carrying the distinguished green \"Mercury\" ink stamp used by Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch between 1874 and 1909.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gracefully proportioned pitcher, in perfect vintage condition, free of cracks or chips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA generously sized basin, equally flawless, ready to anchor the ensemble with its classic form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA charming soap dish with a removable plate, offering both functionality and beauty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA delicate toothbrush dish, with a small chip on the upper edge - just enough to remind you of its storied past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether as a decorative centrepiece or an heirloom-worthy collectible, this set captures the romance of another era. It’s a rare opportunity to own a piece of Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch history in such exceptional condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Nelly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch green \"Mercury\" ink stamp, used between \u003cspan\u003e1874 and 1909.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePitcher\u003c\/em\u003e: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBasin\u003c\/em\u003e: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoap Dish\u003c\/em\u003e: Perfect vintage condition, no cracks or chips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eToothbrush Dish\u003c\/em\u003e: good vintage condition: there is a small chip on the upper edge of the dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePitcher:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 31 cm | 12.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 24 cm | 9.4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1.5 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 43 cm | 17 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 13 cm | 5.1 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.2 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoap Dish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWidth: 16 cm | 6.3 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 11 cm | 4.3 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 10 cm | 3.9 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 0.4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToothbrush Dish:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWidth: 22.5 cm | 8.9 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 9 cm | 3.5 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 9 cm | 3.5 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 0.6 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villeroy \u0026 Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53909134901516,"sku":"V\u0026B-wash-24-0001","price":780.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-four-piece-wash-set-nelly-villeroy-boch-c1890s-171249.jpg?v=1735390040"},{"product_id":"antique-french-blue-jug-liseron-ff-pexonne-1890s","title":"Antique French Blue Jug - \"Liseron\" - FF Pexonne - 1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep back in time with this exquisite blue transferware jug, a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of 19th-century French ceramics. Crafted by FF Pexonne, this stunning piece features the elegant \"Liseron\" pattern, a delicate design of intertwining morning glories rendered in a soft cobalt blue. The floral motif evokes a timeless charm, perfectly capturing the spirit of French artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jug is in pristine condition, an exceptional find for a piece of this age. Whether used as a functional water pitcher, a vase for fresh blooms, or a striking standalone display, it brings a touch of antique sophistication to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFF Pexonne, founded in the picturesque Lorraine region, was renowned for its refined ceramics and intricate transferware patterns. The \"Liseron\" pattern exemplifies the company’s dedication to quality and detail, making this jug a collectible piece for any admirer of French ceramics or antique decor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Liseron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country \u0026amp; Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransferware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theceramicsmarksguide.com\/france-pottery-marks\/ff-pexonne-pottery-marks\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FF Pexonne pottery identification mark\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLiseron F F Pexonne\u003c\/a\u003e\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 15 cm | 7.4 in\u003cbr\u003eLength with handle: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003eVolume: ca 1 litre\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FF Pexonne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53910071345420,"sku":"PEX-lise-ptch-25-0001","price":89.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-french-blue-jug-liseron-ff-pexonne-1890s-812842.jpg?v=1736957698"},{"product_id":"red-terre-de-fer-french-pitcher-st-amand-hamage-1890s","title":"Red Terre de Fer French Pitcher - St. Amand - 1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransport yourself to a vintage French country home with this stunning\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e19th-century bathroom water jug, known in French as a \"broc.\" Made in the 1890s by A. Lebacqz \u0026amp; M. Bouchart of St. Amand Nord, this red transferware pitcher in Terre de Fer exudes rustic elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"JARDINIERE\" pattern, inspired by lush gardens, is rendered in intricate red florals that seem to tell a story of pastoral beauty. Its bold design, paired with the timeless appeal of ironstone, makes this piece a standout for collectors and enthusiasts of antique French faïence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside bears the mark \"JARDINIERE-St Amand \u0026amp; Hamage,\" affirming its authenticity and origins. This broc's sturdy yet elegant form is ideal for both decorative and practical use—be it as a vase, a centrepiece, or simply a cherished collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone \/ Terre de Fer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Jardiniere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provincial French\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransferware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"St. Amand \u0026amp; Hamage Pottery Mark Identification\" href=\"https:\/\/theceramicsmarksguide.com\/france-pottery-marks\/st-amand-hamage\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSt. Amand \u0026amp; Hamage\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good vintage condition, some slight signs of wear and tear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 15 cm | 7.4 in\u003cbr\u003eLength with handle: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003eVolume: ca 1 litre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"St. Amand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53910072000780,"sku":"STAM-ptch-25-0001","price":95.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/red-terre-de-fer-french-pitcher-st-amand-1890s-349577.jpg?v=1736957285"},{"product_id":"delightful-antique-french-platter-brown-sarreguemines-1880s","title":"Delightful Antique French Platter - Sarreguemines - c1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep back into the late 19th century with this utterly charming Sarreguemines porcelain platter, a timeless example of French craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in the 1880s, this platter captures the natural beauty of its era with a delightful monochrome pattern featuring bees and butterflies flitting among intricate florals. Each element is rendered with precision, evoking the grace and whimsy of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is subtly accented with a delicate border, framing the centrepiece in a way that enhances its elegant simplicity. This platter exudes the understated sophistication characteristic of Sarreguemines' finest pieces. Its enduring appeal makes it an exquisite choice for collectors, nature enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to add a touch of vintage charm to their home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSarreguemines porcelain holds a special place in the legacy of European ceramics, celebrated for its refined artistry and imaginative patterns. This platter exemplifies the brand's ability to merge functionality with aesthetic appeal. Its pattern—filled with buzzing bees and fluttering butterflies—brings to mind tranquil summer gardens, making it a delightful conversation starter at the dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Naturalistic Victorian Elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eSarreguemines mark used between 1870 and 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Almost mint: no shine, no crack, no restoration. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 27.5 cm | 10,8 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 17.5 cm | 6.9 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 2 cm | 0.8 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53911892623628,"sku":"SARR-svpl-25-0001","price":95.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/delightful-antique-french-platter-sarreguemines-c1880s-881701.jpg?v=1736956498"},{"product_id":"antique-reticulated-art-nouveau-majolica-plate-rdz-rudolf-ditmar-znaim-1890s","title":"Antique Reticulated Art Nouveau Majolica Plate - RDZ Rudolf Ditmar Znaim - 1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the timeless beauty of Czech majolica with this exquisite antique plate from RDZ, the work of Rudolf Ditmar Znaim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted between 1879 and 1910, its reticulated design creates an elegant, net-like texture, highlighting the delicate hand-painted motifs rendered in soft colours. The gentle palette and meticulous detailing reflect the sophisticated artistry of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-preserved and in good condition, this majolica plate offers a unique glimpse into historical ceramic craftsmanship, making it a prized addition to any collection or a refined decorative accent for your living space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechniques\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-Painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eCzech Republic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Near Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 20 cm | 7.8 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 3.5 cm | 1.8 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RDZ Rudolf Ditmar Znaim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54100496253196,"sku":"RDZ-smpl-25-0001","price":69.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-reticulated-art-nouveau-majolica-plate-rdz-rudolf-ditmar-znaim-1890s-674378.jpg?v=1741787300"},{"product_id":"yellow-cerise-majolica-plate-sarreguemines-1890s","title":"Yellow \"Cerise\" Majolica Plate  - Sarreguemines - 1890s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eThis antique Sarreguemines majolica plate captures the joyful colour and depth the factory is loved for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eThe surface is moulded with bold leaf veins and a central cherry (cerise) cluster, finished in a luminous yellow ground with rosy fruit and soft tonal shading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eMade in Lorraine, France, Sarreguemines produced some of Europe’s most collectable majolica at the turn of the 20th century. This example shows why: clean moulding, saturated glaze and a tactile, sculptural presence that works as wall art or as a serving\/cheese plate on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eBeautiful alone, even better grouped with other majolica greens and yellows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed earthenware (majolica), moulded and hand-finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif\u003c\/strong\u003e: Raised leaf ground with cerise (cherry) clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late 19th\/early 20th-century Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines factory mark to base (see photos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent antique condition; minor, age-appropriate glaze wear and typical manufacturing nuances only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 19 cm | 7.5 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54133903196428,"sku":"SARRE-smplt-25-0001","price":78.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/yellow-cerise-majolica-plate-sarreguemines-1890s-5968339.jpg?v=1760140185"},{"product_id":"antique-19th-century-majolica-plates-wedgwood-1870s-per-plate","title":"Antique 19th Century Majolica Plates - Wedgwood - 1870s - Per Plate","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"24\"\u003eExperience the allure of classic Wedgwood majolica with these rare antique plates, each adorned with a distinctive basket weave pattern that speaks to timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"508\" data-start=\"24\"\u003eThe detailed, ribbon-like design along the decorative edge, set against a sumptuous emerald glaze, creates a visual delight that effortlessly elevates any collection. Impeccably preserved with no chips or cracks, each plate is in superb condition—a true testament to the enduring quality of Wedgwood craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"510\"\u003eOffered individually as part of a limited set of five, these plates not only add a vibrant touch of vintage charm to your home but also serve as collectible treasures steeped in history. Whether you display them together as a cohesive set or mix them with other fine pieces, they offer a striking blend of artistry and sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"510\"\u003eFor collectors and enthusiasts alike, these Wedgwood majolica plates are a rare opportunity to own a piece of ceramic history that embodies both beauty and refined design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: Green basket weave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition with some wear and tear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wedgwood","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54135230431500,"sku":"WEDG-smpl-25-0001","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-19th-century-majolica-plates-wedgwood-1870s-per-plate-722952.jpg?v=1741786717"},{"product_id":"antique-asparagus-gravy-boat-sarreguemines-1870s","title":"Antique Asparagus Gravy Boat - Sarreguemines - 1870s","description":"\u003cp\u003ePresenting an exquisite Sarreguemines majolica asparagus gravy boat from the 1870s—a quintessential embodiment of French culinary artistry!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece showcases the renowned trompe l'oeil technique, artfully mimicking the appearance of bundled asparagus spears, a testament to the period's fascination with naturalistic design. The vibrant glazes and meticulous craftsmanship highlight Sarreguemines' dedication to quality and aesthetic excellence. Despite a small chip on the accompanying plate, the gravy boat remains in good condition, preserving its historical and decorative value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch asparagus-themed majolica pieces are highly sought after by collectors, reflecting the 19th-century European appreciation for both functionality and ornate tableware. This gravy boat not only serves as a functional item, but also as a charming conversation piece, capturing the essence of French elegance and the rich tradition of majolica pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country Style \/ Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good condition apart from one small chip on the plate, see close-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaucière:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 21 cm | 8.2 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 9 cm | 3.5 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 12 cm | 4.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaucière with plate:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 28 cm | 11 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 15 cm | 5.9 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 13 cm | 5.1 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54138210255116,"sku":"","price":190.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-asparagus-gravy-boat-sarreguemines-1870s-582666.jpg?v=1741787230"},{"product_id":"sarreguemines-ewer-versailles","title":"Sarreguemines “Versailles” Ewer – Utzschneider \u0026 Cie - 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade around 1900 by the famed faïencerie of Sarreguemines, this ewer captures the romance of the French Belle Époque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “Versailles” décor combines softly printed garden roses with meandering ribbon garlands, finished by hand in carmine along the scalloped lip and the sculptural, leaf-moulded handle. The warm, creamy glaze shows the gentle craquelure we love to see on period earthenware.\u003cbr data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA decorative piece in its own right, it’s equally lovely pressed into service as a vase for blowsy garden roses or hydrangeas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base shows two small chips, and the glaze bears the patina of time - quirks that only heighten its country-house character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthenware (faïence), transfer print with hand-tinted carmine accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003eaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines (Utzschneider \u0026amp; Cie)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Versailles” – roses and ribbon garlands; feathered rim; leaf-moulded handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Country \/ Belle Époque, c.1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2124\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utzschneider \u0026amp; Cie stamp “VERSAILLES” in carmine (see base photo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition with age wear. Even crazing to the glaze; surface marks consistent with age and use. Two small chips to the bottom rim; no hairlines noted. Please review all photos.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Tales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54258667323660,"sku":"SARRE-pitch-versailles-25-1","price":155.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/sarreguemines-versailles-ewer-utzschneider-cie-1900s-2257350.jpg?v=1762045936"},{"product_id":"antique-blue-gravy-boat-with-sparrows-h-b-cie-choisy-le-roy-1900s","title":"Antique Blue Gravy Boat with Sparrows - H.B. \u0026 Cie, Choisy-Le-Roy - 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis early-1900s gravy boat with two handles by H.B. \u0026amp; Cie, Choisy‑Le‑Roy, captures the essence of French artisanal elegance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts elegant and unusual cobalt-blue transferware is decorated with sparrows flying around - I'm guessing here - cherry trees, showcasing the factory’s celebrated flair for naturalistic motifs\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe soft crazing that blankets the surface is a gentle reminder of its long history - meals served, tables gathered around, a life well-lived. Whether used to serve gravy or simply displayed, this piece combines function with a romantic charm typical of French provincial pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a lovely find for anyone passionate about timeless tableware with a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terre de Fer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terre de Fer, HB \u0026amp; Cie.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lots of patina and crazing, no chipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaucière:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 10 cm | 4 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 10 cm | 4 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaucière with plate:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 25 cm | 9.8 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 17 cm | 6.7 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 11 cm | 4.3 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Choisie-Le-Roi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54361648595212,"sku":"CHOI-grvb-25-0001","price":77.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-blue-gravy-boat-with-sparrows-hb-cie-choisy-le-roy-1900s-706376.jpg?v=1750056484"},{"product_id":"antique-blue-empire-style-gravy-boat-carina-sarreguemines-1900s","title":"Antique Gravy Boad - \"Carina\" - Sarreguemines - 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eStep back into Belle Époque elegance with this Sarreguemines “Carina” Empire‑style gravy boat, circa 1900. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts rich cobalt-blue transferware features graceful empire-inspired scrolls and foliage, showcasing the factory's excellent design sensibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWarm crazing and gentle patina across the surface hint at years of memorable meals and family gatherings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePerfect for formal dining or as a charming display piece, this gravy boat offers both utilitarian beauty and authentic French charm - bringing a touch of historical sophistication to your table today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Terre de Fer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Carina, Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Around 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Some patina and crazing, a small chip on the underside rim of the saucière.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSaucière:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 20 cm | 7.9 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 8 cm | 3.1 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 7 cm | 2.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaucière with plate:\u003cbr\u003eLength: 25 cm | 9.8 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 15 cm | 5.9 in\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 10 cm | 3.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54361715212556,"sku":"SARR-grvb-25-0001","price":67.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-gravy-boad-carina-sarreguemines-1900s-1744155.jpg?v=1762377489"},{"product_id":"large-blue-transferware-pitcher-villeroy-boch-1900s","title":"Large Blue Transferware Pitcher - Villeroy \u0026 Boch - 1900s","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1027\" data-start=\"836\"\u003eThis impressive\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eVilleroy \u0026amp; Boch pitcher, dating to the early 1900s, showcases the enduring elegance of blue transferware, a style cherished for its crisp detail and timeless appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1029\"\u003eIts generous size and sturdy form make it a true statement piece, once intended for practical use at the water table and now valued as a striking decorative item. The bold blue decoration — intricate yet balanced — wraps around the cream porcelain body, highlighting the craftsmanship that defined Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch’s production at the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1646\" data-start=\"1387\"\u003eThe pitcher’s large handle, wide spout, and well-proportioned body reflect the functional beauty of the period. Despite its age, it remains in good condition (apart from a small chip at the bottom rim), a testament to both the durability of the materials and the company’s reputation for quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1879\" data-start=\"1648\"\u003eWhether displayed as the centrepiece of a blue-and-white collection, filled with fresh flowers, or admired for its historic character, this pitcher offers a tangible connection to European domestic life in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Art Nouveau Transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: \"V\u0026amp;B Mettlach\" mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1900s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good - minimal signs of age, no cracks, one small chips on the bottom rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVolume: 4 litres\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 30 cm | 11.8 in\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 22 cm | 8.6 in\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2 kg\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villeroy \u0026 Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54496019611916,"sku":"V\u0026B-ptch-25-0001","price":160.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/large-blue-transferware-pitcher-villeroy-boch-1900s-6876829.jpg?v=1760140194"},{"product_id":"olive-green-basketweave-vine-majolica-plate-sarreguemines-1900s","title":"Olive-Green Basketweave \u0026 Vine Majolica Plate –Sarreguemines - 1900s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eThese classic Sarreguemines majolica plates show why the factory is so beloved: a tactile basketweave ground, bold vine relief, and a deep, glossy olive glaze that pools in the recesses for natural contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eAt 18.5 cm, it’s the ideal size for wall groupings, dessert service, or styling a dresser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eThe condition is pristine, with sharp moulding and luminous glaze—an easy, timeless piece for any majolica mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed earthenware (majolica), moulded and hand-finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif\u003c\/strong\u003e: Basketweave ground with vine leaves \u0026amp; tendrils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late 19th\/early 20th-century Majolica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines factory mark to base (see photos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1900s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent antique condition; minor, age-appropriate glaze wear and typical manufacturing nuances only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 18.5 cm | 7.3 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54499333767436,"sku":"SARRE-basket-olive-25-0001","price":65.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/olive-green-basketweave-vine-majolica-plate-sarreguemines-1900s-3448619.jpg?v=1760140183"},{"product_id":"olive-green-basketweave-vine-majolica-plate-sarreguemines-1900s-copy","title":"“Yette” Blue \u0026 White Plates - Set of 5 - Sarreguemines - 1930s–40s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eBring a touch of relaxed French country style to the table with this five-piece Sarreguemines “Yette” ensemble!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eIt pairs two deep soup plates with three breakfast plates, all decorated in saturated cobalt on warm white glaze. The pattern’s hand-painted leaves and blossoms are laid in broad, expressive strokes with a zig-zag border that frames food beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eThese plates were used and loved — there’s utensil wear, glaze crazing, and tonal variations that give them soul. Two plates show small rim chips (see close-ups); the set remains sturdy, charming and ready for another century of service or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed earthenware (faïence)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Yette” — hand-painted cobalt florals with zig-zag rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Country \/ Blue \u0026amp; White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed \u003cem data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eSarreguemines France Yette\u003c\/em\u003e backstamp (various iterations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930s–1940s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, well-loved. Overall utensil wear, glaze crazing and discoloration consistent with age; two plates with rim chips (both shown in photos). Structurally sound and perfectly usable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eSoup plates (2): ~23 cm | 9.1 in diameter, ~3.5 cm | 1.4 in high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eBreakfast plates (3): ~21 cm | 8.3 in diameter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eSet composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 pieces total — 2 soup plates + 3 breakfast plates\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54500199497996,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/yette-blue-white-plates-set-of-5-sarreguemines-1930s40s-3446152.jpg?v=1760140192"},{"product_id":"black-white-cafe-au-lait-bowl-digoing-sarreguemines-1900s","title":"Black \u0026 White Café au Lait Bowl - Digoing \u0026 Sarreguemines - 1900s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eA lyrical Belle Époque café au lait bowl by Sarreguemines, decorated in inky black transfer with charming vignettes of country bird-catchers framed by scrolling cartouches and blossoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eThe glaze shows a fine all-over craze and gentle wear that reads exactly as we want from a well-loved French breakfast piece - inviting, authentic, and ready to style on an open shelf or to use at the table for berries, sugar, or (bien sûr) your morning café au lait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed earthenware (faïence), transfer-printed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif\u003c\/strong\u003e: Black-and-white “bird catchers” pastoral scenes with rococo floral scrolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country \/ Belle Époque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Printed crowned Sarreguemines cartouche to base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1900s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition with clear signs of use—fine, even crazing throughout, light surface rubbing, and minor kiln\/grit specks typical of period faïence; \u003cstrong data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eno cracks or chips\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eHeight: 7 cm | 2.8 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eDiameter (rim): 10 cm | 3.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54500279976204,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/black-white-cafe-au-lait-bowl-digoing-sarreguemines-1900s-5352112.jpg?v=1760140189"},{"product_id":"antique-flow-brown-plates-liseron-ff-pexonne-1890s","title":"Antique 'Flow Brown' Plates - \"Liseron\" - FF Pexonne - Set of 4 - 1890s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lyrical quartet from the Lorraine forests: four “Liseron” plates by FF Pexonne, their borders twined with bindweed and fern in deep chocolate-brown transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print has that soft, smoky halo collectors love in flow-decorations - like Flow Blue, but in mellow brown - giving each bloom a gentle blur where colour met glaze in the kiln.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fronts show charming variations in the arrangement of sprays; the fourth plate, though stamped “Liseron”, carries a slightly different central layout, typical of late-19th-century transfer sheet changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime has lent them character: honest utensil traces and warm age toning within the glaze. Layer them under creamware, pair with linens in natural hues, or hang them in a cottage wall tableau - French faïence with quietly romantic soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFF Pexonne, founded in the picturesque Lorraine region, was renowned for its refined ceramics and intricate transferware patterns. The \"Liseron\" pattern exemplifies the company’s dedication to quality and detail, making this jug a collectible piece for any admirer of French ceramics or antique decor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eLiseron\u003c\/em\u003e (bindweed) with fern and scrolling foliage, brown transfer with soft “flow” halo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country \u0026amp; Art Nouveau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransferware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pexonne, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theceramicsmarksguide.com\/france-pottery-marks\/ff-pexonne-pottery-marks\/\" title=\"FF Pexonne pottery identification mark\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLiseron F F Pexonne\u003c\/a\u003e\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1890s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition with expected wear: all plates show fine overall crazing, scattered utensil marks, and areas of age toning\/staining from use; rims with minor manufacturing flecks and occasional tiny glaze nibbles; one plate marked “Liseron” carries a slightly different central arrangement (as photographed). Sound and serviceable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FF Pexonne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54538309828876,"sku":"PEX-lise-plate-25-0001","price":128.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-flow-brown-plates-liseron-ff-pexonne-set-of-4-1890s-4440781.jpg?v=1762211783"},{"product_id":"black-transferware-lidded-sucrier-sugar-on-pedestal-alpine-scene-sarreguemines-c-mid-19th-century","title":"Black Transferware Lidded Sucrier (Sugar) on Pedestal - Alpine Scene - Sarreguemines - c. mid-19th Century","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"152\"\u003eA tiny theatre in monochrome: on this rare Sarreguemines sucrier, a romantic landscape wraps around the bowl - alpine chalet, tall firs, stormy clouds - framed by a carpet of blossoms on the domed lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"152\"\u003eRendered in inky black transfer on warm creamware, it’s the kind of early continental piece that bridges rustic story scenes with a refined, neoclassical silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"603\" data-start=\"152\"\u003ePerched on its foot and finished with a pointed finial, it’s a beautiful survivor from the mid-1800s and a dramatic accent for a sideboard, teatime, or dressing table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glazed earthenware (faïence), black transfer print with clear glaze; hand-finished details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alpine\/romantic landscape with chalet and trees; floral and lace borders; floral carpet to lid; interior vine border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early-to-mid 19th-century romantic transferware (black “jet” print; a continental cousin to English flow-decor traditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sarreguemines, Moselle, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: PBase with impressed factory mark (partially legible in photos); typical of early Sarreguemines impressed wares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: c. 1850–1870 (conservative dating for this body\/print\/finish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1143\" data-start=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Good antique condition with expected age signs. Even crazing; gentle surface wear to high points and finial; light kiln\/grit specks; rim and foot with minor age toning. No structural issues visible in normal handling; please review close-ups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54539261411596,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/black-transferware-lidded-sucrier-sugar-on-pedestal-alpine-scene-sarreguemines-c-mid-19th-century-4458900.jpg?v=1762211782"},{"product_id":"grey-poupon-dijon-mustard-pot-with-lid-wooden-spoon-digoin-sarreguemines-1950-70s","title":"Grey-Poupon Dijon Mustard Pot (with Lid \u0026 Wooden Spoon) - Digoin–Sarreguemines - 1950 - 70s","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eA classic French bistro mustard jar by Digoin–Sarreguemines for Grey-Poupon, complete with its slotted lid and small wooden spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eBlack transfer lettering and crest on warm white faïence - simple, graphic, and very collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"567\" data-start=\"509\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"522\" data-start=\"509\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed earthenware (faïence); wooden spoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"621\" data-start=\"570\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"580\" data-start=\"570\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digoin–Sarreguemines (for Grey-Poupon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"766\" data-start=\"624\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"634\" data-start=\"624\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black transfer advertising—crest, ribbon cartouches, \u003cem data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"688\"\u003e“Moutarde forte au vin blanc”\u003c\/em\u003e \u0026amp; Grey-Poupon roundel; slotted lid for spoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"769\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"769\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e French bistro \/ advertising ware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"864\" data-start=\"817\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"837\" data-start=\"817\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digoin, Burgundy, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"867\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"876\" data-start=\"867\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed “DIGOIN SARREGUEMINES FRANCE” to base; Grey-Poupon graphics all round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1019\" data-start=\"959\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"959\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-20th century, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"1002\"\u003ec.1950–1970\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1022\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"1022\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition. Clean glaze with light age-related wear and a few tiny manufacturing specks; minor rubs to the lid rim and lettering from use; wooden spoon with small handling marks. No cracks or repairs observed.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54539422957836,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/grey-poupon-dijon-mustard-pot-with-lid-wooden-spoon-digoinsarreguemines-1950-70s-3897538.jpg?v=1762211782"},{"product_id":"antique-louis-xv-trio-cup-saucer-cake-plate-sarreguemines-1900s","title":"Antique “Louis XV” Trio - Cup, Saucer \u0026 Cake Plate - Sarreguemines - 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graceful Belle-Époque trio from Sarreguemines in the coveted \u003cstrong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"153\"\u003e“Louis XV”\u003c\/strong\u003e décor. The shell-moulded bodies, softened ivory ground, and fine gilt accents carry trails of petite hand-tinted blossoms - romantic, elegant, and unmistakably French. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a lovely bridge between rococo revival styling and turn-of-the-century faïence finesse, perfect for elevating afternoon tea or adding a storied accent to your display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Faïence fine (earthenware) with transfer print, hand-tinting, and gilt accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Country Style\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e “\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eLouis XV\u003c\/strong\u003e” – shell\/gadrooned moulding with scattered floral garlands and sponge-gilded highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\u003c\/strong\u003e: Utzschneider \u0026amp; Cie, \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eSarreguemines\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Printed \u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e“LOUIS XV – U \u0026amp; C – SARREGUEMINES”\u003c\/strong\u003e cartouche to the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e: c. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003e1895–1910\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Antique, gently timeworn. Uniform age-appropriate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003ecrazing\u003c\/strong\u003e to glaze, some warm patina\/toning to the ground, occasional tiny firing specks, and light \u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003erubbing to gilding\u003c\/strong\u003e on rims and handle. No cracks; presents beautifully and remains fully usable with care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54543494217996,"sku":"SARR-cup-25-0001","price":139.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-louis-xv-trio-cup-saucer-cake-plate-sarreguemines-1900s-2933311.jpg?v=1762377497"},{"product_id":"antique-french-egg-carrier-with-six-hand-painted-egg-cups-late-19th-century","title":"Antique French Egg Carrier with Six Hand-Painted Egg Cups - late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare survivor from a simple French country kitchen: a late-19th-century ceramic egg carrier with six tiny, removable egg cups - each hand-painted with its own floral motif. Sweet, delicate, and brimming with patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eThere’s quiet poetry in everyday objects - especially those made for modest homes with a keen eye for beauty. This French egg carrier dates to the late 1800s and holds six small, removable egg cups, each hand-painted differently with sprigs, blossoms, and butterflies. The rectangular caddy has softly chamfered edges, a gently arched handle, and scattered floral sprays across the sides and top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eThe palette is tender - buttercream ground with honeyed outlines, soft greens, sky blues, and warm rose tones - giving it that unmistakable rustic-French feel. It’s unmarked, which aligns with many provincial wares of the period, likely produced in a regional atelier for everyday use rather than a grand house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eA beautiful display piece for a dresser or kitchen shelf; equally lovely for serving soft-boiled eggs at a leisurely breakfast or styling spring and Easter tablescapes. Time has left its trace - light wear to rims, small glaze nibbles, and age-toning - only adding to the authenticity and charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthenware, tin-glazed and hand-painted (polychrome)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown (provincial French atelier)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral sprays and butterflies; each egg cup with a unique painted decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Country \/ Provincial, late 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unmarked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1880–1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition with age-consistent wear. Light glaze crazing and toning; scattered small frits\/nibbles and rubbing to rims; minor surface marks to carrier and cups; structurally sound and complete with all six cups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Tales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54546695717132,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-french-egg-carrier-with-six-hand-painted-egg-cups-late-19th-century-5783526.jpg?v=1762543080"},{"product_id":"antique-french-sugar-bowl-flore-u-c-sarreguemines-1880s","title":"Antique French Sugar Bowl - “Flore\" - U\u0026C Sarreguemines - 1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA petite treasure from the great Lorraine faïencerie. This lidded sugar bowl carries Sarreguemines’ \u003cstrong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eFlore\u003c\/strong\u003e décor in moody charcoal-black: trailing blossom sprays beneath a neo-Gothic border and sweet little ear handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in the 1880s on fine white earthenware, the transfer is crisp and romantic without fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime has left a gentle network of age-appropriate crazing - exactly the patina collectors adore - while the piece remains remarkably sound. A lovely companion for your Victorian teas, or a charming jar for sugar, bath salts, or keepsakes. French elegance for everyday ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed earthenware (transfer-printed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utzschneider \u0026amp; Cie, Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Flore” – botanical sprays with Gothic trefoil border, black\/charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Victorian, Aesthetic Movement influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eFLORE U\u0026amp;C\u003c\/strong\u003e mark to base (leaf cartouche)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1880s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good antique condition with overall \u003cstrong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003ecrazing\u003c\/strong\u003e and small age spots; glaze and print remain crisp; no chips, cracks or repairs seen.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54547304644876,"sku":"SARR-sugar-flore-25-0001","price":58.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-french-sugar-bowl-flore-uc-sarreguemines-1880s-5682392.jpg?v=1762733754"},{"product_id":"antique-french-milk-jug-flore-u-c-sarreguemines-1880s","title":"Antique French Milk Jug - “Flore\" - U\u0026C Sarreguemines - 1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight in the hand and beautifully balanced, this late-19th-century milk jug was made by Sarreguemines and decorated in the much-loved \u003cstrong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"540\"\u003e“Flore”\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJet-black transfer flowers climb around the tapering body, finished with a tiny Gothic border at the rim and a crisply modelled handle. It’s the sort of daily luxury the Victorians understood so well—pretty enough for afternoon tea, sturdy enough for the breakfast table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime has left a few teeny nibbles, entirely in keeping with a jug that has poured its way through a century and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for milk, cream, or a posy of garden herbs on the kitchen dresser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthenware (ironstone-type body) with black transfer print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utzschneider \u0026amp; Cie (U\u0026amp;C), Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Flore” – naturalistic floral sprays with Gothic rim border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Victorian, Aesthetic influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003eU\u0026amp;C SARREGUEMINES – FLORE\u003c\/strong\u003e to base (see photo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1880s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition with small chips to rim\/spout (see photos); light age-related wear and speckling; clean interior; stable and ready to use\/display.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54549483487500,"sku":"SARR-milk-flore-25-0001","price":68.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-french-milk-jug-flore-uc-sarreguemines-1880s-5449662.jpg?v=1762733753"},{"product_id":"antique-french-teapot-black-transferware-flore-u-c-sarreguemines-1880s","title":"Antique French Teapot - Black Transferware “Flore\" - U\u0026C Sarreguemines - 1880s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA graceful Victorian-era teapot by U\u0026amp;C Sarreguemines in the much-loved \u003cstrong data-start=\"348\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e“Flore”\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern (black transfer on warm white \u003cem data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eterre de fer\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tapered body, high-loop handle, and domed knob lid are framed by a tiny Gothic leaf border, while lush roses and foliage trail around the pot and spout. Time has gifted the piece a fine all-over crazing that suits the age beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quintessential French kitchen accent for display, flowers, or gentle teatime service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terre de fer (ironstone-type earthenware)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e U\u0026amp;C Sarreguemines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Flore” — black transfer, Gothic border with floral sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian \/ Aesthetic Movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1723\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003ePlace of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e“FLORE U\u0026amp;C Sarreguemines”\u003c\/strong\u003e leaf cartouche (base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eDate of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e1880s\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique; overall crazing; small chip to spout tip; tiny nibble to lid underside; light age toning and minor wear. Structurally sound.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sarreguemines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54549489811724,"sku":"SARR-teapot-flore-25-0001","price":68.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/files\/antique-french-teapot-black-transferware-flore-uc-sarreguemines-1880s-7779040.jpg?v=1762733758"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/0212\/5580\/collections\/late-19th-century-349834.jpg?v=1733307957","url":"https:\/\/www.thevintagetales.com\/collections\/19th-century.oembed?page=3","provider":"The Vintage Tales","version":"1.0","type":"link"}