French Riddle Plates - a Pair

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This pair of Devinettes 'riddle' plates #2 & #3 are two of a series that was created by the Digoin … more 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