Amsterdam, NL
Details
- Dimensions
- 10.24ʺW × 0.79ʺD × 10.24ʺH
- Brand
- Gien
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
- Description
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This is a great and fun set of two majolica ceramic plates from the series "the notabilities of the law" …
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This is a great and fun set of two majolica ceramic plates from the series "the notabilities of the law" (les notabilités de l'endroit) by gien.
it is rare to find a set of these plates in such a good condition. The plates are hand-painted with charming depictions of a "garde champêtre" and "madame la mairesse."
a "garde champêtre" is a rural police officer or countryside guard in france. Historically, their duties included overseeing agricultural activities, protecting crops, ensuring compliance with hunting and fishing regulations, and maintaining general order in rural areas. They acted as law enforcement agents in villages and small towns, often dealing with minor offenses and conflicts. The role has largely been phased out or integrated into other law enforcement agencies, but it remains a notable part of rural french history.
"madame la mairesse" translates to "madam mayor" in english, refering to a woman who holds the position of mayor in a town or city. The plates are in very good condition for vintage items. There are no cracks, though they do show some typical signs of use and indications of the ceramic production process.
dimensions: d 26.5 cm x h 2 cm
produced by faïencerie de gien
materials and techniques: hand painted majolica ceramics
place of origin: france this piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
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