First part of Rare Antique Villeroy & Boch Mettlach Collection: "Alt Strassburg" (9 Pieces). Second part consist of 9 dinner plates 25 cm in Ø and sause boat, ---- A Historical Chronology of the "Sarre" & "Saar" Eras (1920s–1950s) *This curated 9-piece service in the iconic "Alt Strassburg" / "Vieux Strasbourg" pattern is a remarkable find for enthusiasts of Villeroy & Boch. *Material: Premium Fine Earthenware (Mettlach Steingut) with a high-gloss lead-free glaze. *These pieces are not merely functional tableware; they are historical artifacts from the unique periods when the Saar region was geographically and economically separated from Germany. *Some fascinating historical note: The Mettlach factory, founded in 1809, became the 'heart' of Villeroy & Boch production. It was famous not only for its tableware but also for its mosaic tiles—which can even be found on the including the luxurious floors of the RMS Titanic! Owning a piece from Mettlach is owning a slice of that same world-class engineering and artistic heritage. ---- *Collection Overview: Brand: Villeroy & Boch Factory: Mettlach, Germany Pattern: "Alt Strassburg" (Dresden Flowers Style) Total Pieces: 9 (1 pc. Large Serving Platter, 3 pcs. Dinner Plates, 3 pcs. Soup Plates, 2 pcs.side/bread plates --- Detailed Inventory & Condition Report: 1. 7 pcs. of soup/ Pasta size plates 21,5 cm in Ø «Fabrique en Sarre» (Rare Interwar Era, 1920–1935) Condition: Features beautiful, age-appropriate some over crazing (crackle) in the glaze on the bottomn. The floral "Dresden" bouquet remains exceptionally vivid and glossy. A true museum-quality historical piece. 2. Two pcs. of side plates: Dimension: 17 cm, one have some 1 minor interior staining , see photo. Finding 100-year-old earthenware from this era without cracle (on the bottomn) is exceptionally rare. 3. Sause boat 19 x 13 cm, rare to find. There is some minor interior staining from age, visible in the photos ---- The Historical Significance: This collection features two distinct and highly collectible backstamps: «Fabrique en Sarre» (1920–1935): Marking the period after WWI when the region was under a League of Nations mandate. "Made in Saar" (1947–1956): Marking the post-WWII era of the Saar Protectorate. The "Dresden Flower" artistry—featuring tulips, roses, and forget-me-nots—is legendary for its naturalism and sophisticated color transitions, making this set a masterpiece of European ceramic art. What are "Dresden" Color Transitions? This is one of the most sophisticated techniques in porcelain decoration. Put simply, it’s a method of making a drawing look three-dimensional and alive, like an oil painting, rather than "flat" like a coloring book. Harmony with the Relief. --- Care: Due to the age (75–100 years) and the presence of antique glaze crackle, strictly hand wash only. Do not soak or microwave. --- * I package everything very carefully. to get your item safely to you. * I shipped next day after payment receiving (not in weeckend). * I will be happy to get a feedback after receiving. Good luck with bidding !