Gien - Plate - Ceramic
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Fine Gien faience plate, numbered N°11, dating to the mid-19th century (c. 1850), depicting Saint Nicholas and the three saved children, with a diameter of about 20 cm, originating from Loiret, France, in good condition with light signs of aging.
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A superb and rare antique plate in fine earthenware from Gien (Geoffroy & Cie), dating from the mid-19th century (around 1850).
Emblematic decoration depicting Saint Nicholas, patron saint of mariners, with the traditional scene of the saved children.
Subject depicted:
scene (Saint Nicholas of Bari, bishop, crozier, liturgical vestments, miracle, resurrection, child, tub, town: Gien)
Precisions on the subject represented:
Saint Nicholas is depicted beside the three saved children with the city of Gien in the background
Model referenced in the collections of the Musée de la Loire.
https://pop.culture.gouv.fr/notice/joconde/01510001087
Important feature:
Unlike the non-numbered specimens visible in museums, this plate is numbered No. 11, stemming from an identifiable series, which makes it more sought after by collectors.
Back mark: Medal Exposition 1844 – Gien
Diameter: about 20 cm
Very fine, highly detailed black décor (typical of Gien in the 19th century)
Beautiful preservation of the décor despite its age
A superb and rare antique plate in fine earthenware from Gien (Geoffroy & Cie), dating from the mid-19th century (around 1850).
Emblematic decoration depicting Saint Nicholas, patron saint of mariners, with the traditional scene of the saved children.
Subject depicted:
scene (Saint Nicholas of Bari, bishop, crozier, liturgical vestments, miracle, resurrection, child, tub, town: Gien)
Precisions on the subject represented:
Saint Nicholas is depicted beside the three saved children with the city of Gien in the background
Model referenced in the collections of the Musée de la Loire.
https://pop.culture.gouv.fr/notice/joconde/01510001087
Important feature:
Unlike the non-numbered specimens visible in museums, this plate is numbered No. 11, stemming from an identifiable series, which makes it more sought after by collectors.
Back mark: Medal Exposition 1844 – Gien
Diameter: about 20 cm
Very fine, highly detailed black décor (typical of Gien in the 19th century)
Beautiful preservation of the décor despite its age
Details
Era
1400-1900
Specific region of origin
loiret
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Gien
Material
Ceramic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
2.2 cm
Width
19.9 cm
Depth
1.8 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
