Antique French Ironstone Blue Transferware Terre de Fer Pitcher -Saint Amand Faiencerie
Antique French Ironstone Blue Transferware Terre de Fer Pitcher -Saint Amand Faiencerie
Old French ironstone terre de fer faïence* pitcher made in the North of France by the Saint Amand faencerie factory. This special earthenware pitcher has a wonderful patina with blue floral transfer designs. Sold individually.
4.25” D x 7.5” H
Markings: Saint Amand et Hamage Nord, “REGENCE” pattern
*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, c. late 1800s. 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.
Rare 19th century French faïence* ravier serving dishes - small, oval serving dishes used in French cuisine to serve hors d'oeuvres, snacks, or small cakes. 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.
Styles
Green Florals: diamond shape, “Geranium” Sarreguemines
9.5 x 4.5”
Green Crests & Leaves: curvy diamond shape, “Wagram” Longwy
11” × 6”
*Faïence: “terre de fer” 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 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.