Antique ironstone terre de fer dinner plates of fine faïence* earthenware with a French blue design of carnation flowers and floral motif border in the œillet (carnation) pattern . Made by the K & G Luneville (Keller and Guérin Lunéville) earthenware factory in Northeast France. Sold individually.

9.75" D

Marking: “Oeillet”
K & G Luneville

Lunéville artisans became celebrated for their vibrant hand-painted patterns inspired by nature, including florals, birds, and chinoiserie motifs.

*Faïence - terracotta earthenware covered in a white enamel using a tin glaze method, produced in France from the late 16th century until the end of the 18th century.

Antique item, imported from France.

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