Gorgeus antique French terre de fer faïence* (fine French earthenware) creamware covered tureen serving dish by French potter Sarreguemines. The hard-to-find Neige pattern has dark green hand-painted birds & branches and a trefoil motif on the handles.

This rare piece is in excellent condition, showing its age with interior crazing and a beautiful exterior patina. Sold individually. Additional items shown are sold separately.

11” x 19” x 9.5” H (measurements include side handles and top finial)

Markings: Sarreguemines U & Cie, Neige

Terre de fer, also known as French ironstone, is a type of faïence, frequently decorated with transferware designs of flowers, butterflies, or birds.

Faïence is a fine earthenware covered in a white enamel using a tin glaze method, produced in France since the late 16th century. 

Antique item, imported from France.

Please note that all Les Fleurs vintage and one-of-a-kind antique items are unique in both their character and weathering which represents their historical significance.