Stunning terre de fer faïence* (fine French earthenware) plates ‍in the sought-after Chardon (Thistle) blue transferware pattern.

These wonderful plates are so hard to find and are a staple on any French dressed table! Sold individually. Additional items shown are sold separately.

9” D

Markings: Société Céramique Maestricht, “CHARDON” (Thistle)

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.