St. Clément, Keller Guerin Asparagus & Artichoke Faïence Majolica Plate

Description

A Saint Clément French Faïence, a majolica glazed plate showing overlapping asparagus spears, leaves and globe artichoke heads. A deep … more A Saint Clément French Faïence, a majolica glazed plate showing overlapping asparagus spears, leaves and globe artichoke heads. A deep sauce well is also formed as an artichoke head. Glazed in lavender, and various shades of greens on a cream ground.

The faience factory of Saint-Clement, located 12 kms from Lunéville, was established in 1758 by Jacques Chambrette. The factory was awarded the label as Royal Supplier for Marie-Antoinette’s Trianon. In 1892, the factory was sold to Keller and Guérin, who already owned the earthenware factory of Lunéville.

Marked: St. Clement with the KG for Keller Guerin – France, circa 1890 – 1900.
9.5 in. Diam. x 1.25 in. H

Multiple plates are available, each with varying intensity of color due to being glazed by hand.
In very good condition with the expected light wear to the rims. less