French Les Islettes Faience Plate, Circa 1820
Hand-painted earthenware faience (tin glaze) plate depicting a bird surrounded by a distinctive linear border which was typical of the early period of pottery being made in Les Islette, circa 1800-1820, north-eastern France. Retaining its old French attachment for hanging on the wall. Having a few minor chips to the rim (see third photo) which is considered acceptable for faience pottery.
Diameter 24cm (9.5 inches)
Depth 2.5cm (1 inch)
£50.00Price
