A set of six Greek Key and Fern plates from H.B. Boulenger Choisy-Le-Roi, France, circa 1880-1890.
Majolica glazed plates with a yellow ochre Greek key border and a brown beaded rim. A central pattern shows overlapping ferns, sprays of five petaled pink flowers beneath a large grape leaf glazed in shades of green. The stems are tied together with a lavender bow.
Eye popping color against a deep chocolate brown ground.
Strong clear coloring on the front contrasts beautifully with a pale turquoise ground to the verso.
8.75 inches in Diameter x .50 inches High
Turquoise versos showing the printed makers mark.
Marked: Choisy le Roi, H.B. & C. for Hippolyte Boulenger & Cie.
All six plates are in incredible condition.
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Creator:Choisy-le-Roi(Maker)
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Dimensions:Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Diameter: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
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Sold As:Set of 6
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Style:French Provincial(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:EarthenwareGlazed
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:Late 19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1880-1890
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. All six plates are in incredible condition.
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Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
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Reference Number:Seller: LU1758241363712
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