Charming antique French faïence* terre de fer (fine French earthenware) plates with the sought-after “Fruits” pattern. Sold individually.Additional items shown are sold separately.

9” D

Backstamp markings: Opaque Porcelaine de Gien, castle & crown hallmark, terre de fer, “FRUITS”

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 items, 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.