Antique French White Ironstone Lidded Soup Tureen Soupière by La Faïencerie De Gien, Circa 1886

Description

A sumptuous antique French white ironstone porcelain lidded soup tureen with pedestal base by the high quality maker La faïencerie … more A sumptuous antique French white ironstone porcelain lidded soup tureen with pedestal base by the high quality maker La faïencerie de Gien.
This gorgeous soup tureen has a decorative acorn squash finial on the lid, lovely ornate scrolling handles, foliate motifs on the sides and top, and an opaque creamy white glaze that gleams.
It is stamped with the ""Porcelaine Opaque de GIEN"" Mark s', circa 1886.
This beautiful antique soupièrel is perfect for display or serving at your next gathering or tonight’s dinner.

The Faïencerie de Gien, a French manufacture, from the pile of earth to the exceptional piece.
Since its creation 200 years ago, the Faïencerie de Gien, the largest Faïencerie in Europe, has symbolised refinement, luxury and the French art of living. It made its reputation by manufacturing tableware with the coats of arms of the greatest families in France and Europe.

Creator: La faïencerie de Gien
Dimensions: Height: 9.8 in (25 cm), Width: 11 in (28 cm)
Weight: 1300g
Style: French Provincial
Materials and Techniques: Porcelain,Glazed
Place of Origin: France
Period: Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture: circa 1886
Condition: Good except for two small chips on the underside edge of the lid as shown in the last photo. less