19th Century Jules Vieillard French Faience Dinner Plate - Eastern Man Holding Birds (A) ring produced in Minerva

produced in Minerva

This exquisite 17th-century etching is a plate from a publication on modern ornaments by Jean Le Pautre (1618-1682)

In excellent antique condition with a few tiny chips to the points on the base

Hand-painted in rich magenta

perfect for traditional or farmhouse-inspired setting

19th Century Jules Vieillard French Faience Dinner Plate - Eastern Man Holding Birds (A) ring produced in MinervaThis 10" plate was produced in the 19th century by the esteemed Vieillard Bordeaux factory in the South of France, where the highest quality materials and methods were employed, hence making them the most coveted faience anywhere, especially in France. Each plate design is indicative of Vieillard's influence by renown Rococo artist Jean Berain of the 17th century. They are extremely rare and perfect for the true Francophile! Stamped with the Jules