Details
- Dimensions
- 7.1ʺW × 7.1ʺD × 0.75ʺH
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Cream
- Condition Notes
- Vintage Vintage less
- Description
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This pair of Devinettes 'riddle' plates #2 & #3 are two of a series that was created by the Digoin …
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This pair of Devinettes 'riddle' plates #2 & #3 are two of a series that was created by the Digoin & Sarreguemines company in France.
Plate #3 asks (on the front of plate):
Who are the lightest women?
The answer on the back is:
The women of liege (cork).
#2 asks:
Why is a tanner the equal of the emperor of turkey?
Answer:
Because they are both sultan.
Perfect for dessert, salad, cheese, bread and butter. Each with a raised basket weave pattern on the rim with transfer ware design.
They are fun to collect and stump your friends on their translations. less
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