{"title":"Decorative \u0026 Antique Plates | Display \u0026 Tableware","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e collection features antique and vintage plates selected primarily for display, while remaining suitable for occasional table use with gentle care. Valued for their artistry and craftsmanship, these pieces were made to be admired—whether arranged on a wall, styled on open shelving, or incorporated into a thoughtfully set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eMany plates in this collection feature hand-painted decoration and originate from renowned French makers, including faience and porcelain examples traditionally produced for both decorative and domestic use. Some plates retain original hanging holes or have been adapted for wall display, reflecting their long history as collectible decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eWhile most examples are best enjoyed as display pieces, select plates may be used for special occasions when hand-washed with care. Whether styled as part of a gallery wall or brought out for an elegant setting, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e offer timeless beauty, historical character, and enduring decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-wire-bun-basket-strawberry-porcelain-heart-handles","title":"Antique Wire Bun Basket with Porcelain Strawberry Plate \u0026 Heart Handles c.1900","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eAntique Wire Bun Basket with Porcelain Strawberry Plate \u0026amp; Heart Handles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eCharming and decorative, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003elate 19th–early 20th century wire bun basket\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs delicate wirework with a hand-decorated porcelain plate, creating a lovely blend of farmhouse function and European cottage style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003ePopular in Germany and France around the turn of the century, wire bun baskets were used to hold eggs, rolls, fruit, or sweets while adding a decorative touch to the table. This example features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eA shallow porcelain plate decorated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003ered strawberries, green leaves, and a small butterfly\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eRich \u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eburgundy trim\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eGraceful \u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eheart-shaped wire handles\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eA whimsical \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003elooped wire base\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eThe combination of airy wire and painted porcelain gives the piece wonderful vintage character while remaining light and versatile for display.\u003cstrong data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eCondition is excellent antique condition with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eno chips, cracks, or crazing to the porcelain\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eno breaks in the wire frame\u003c\/strong\u003e. The basket measures 8\" wide (11\" including handles) and 2 ¾\" high (3 ¼\" with handles. The diameter of the attached plate is 5 ½\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003ePerfect for displaying nesting eggs or milk glass eggs, fresh fruit or rolls, wrapped candies, seasonal décor or centerpiece styling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage \u0026 Antique Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15336174387258,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/Wire_Basket_Plate_Strawberries.jpg?v=1770855843"},{"product_id":"limoges-hand-painted-strawberry-plate-signed-commoys","title":"Mavaleix Mandavy \u0026 Balleroy Limoges Hand-Painted Strawberry Dessert Plate | Signed Commoys | France c. 1908–1914","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"695\" data-start=\"634\"\u003eHand-Painted Limoges Strawberry Plate, Signed Commoys\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eHand-painted Limoges plates like this were often sold as “cabinet plates” in the early 1900s, meant for display rather than everyday use. Artist signatures add both charm and collectibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eThese plates were meant to be admired, collected, and arranged as part of a refined interior. Today, collectors are drawn to cabinet plates for their combination of craftsmanship, decorative appeal, and the glimpse they offer into the traditions of turn-of-the-century home display and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"870\" data-start=\"697\"\u003eDelicate, refined, and beautifully detailed, this antique Limoges porcelain dessert plate showcases the fine artistry that made French porcelain from Limoges world renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"872\"\u003eHand-painted with ripe red strawberries, soft green leaves, and tiny white blossoms, the composition feels fresh and natural, with gentle shading and depth that only true hand decoration achieves. A slim band of gold gilt frames the rim, adding an elegant finishing touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eLimoges decorative plates like this bring instant elegance and visual interest to a space. Those decorated with strawberries are especially interesting, adding color, texture, and a sense of collected history. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWhether styled individually or as part of a curated arrangement, displays beautifully on a stand, in a cabinet, or layered into an antique tea or dessert service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1493\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003eMavaleix, Mandavy \u0026amp; Balleroy \u003c\/strong\u003e(often abbreviated B. MoeM), one of the respected Limoges factories of the early 20th century, the reverse mark \u003cem\u003eFRANCE B. MoeM LIMOGES\u003c\/em\u003e dates the plate to approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"1376\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003e1908–1914\u003c\/strong\u003e. The front is also artist-signed \u003cstrong data-end=\"1421\" data-start=\"1410\"\u003eCommoys\u003c\/strong\u003e, a lovely and increasingly collectible detail for hand-painted Limoges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1623\" data-start=\"1495\"\u003eAt 7 ½\" in diameter, the plate is in excellent antique condition with only minor gilt wear to rim and.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1492\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca title=\"Decorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates | Display \u0026amp; Tableware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection to find pieces to arrange on a wall, style on open shelving, or to incorporate into a thoughtfully set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"B. 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The woman also dressed in red and blue, is wearing a white apron and hat and carries a basket. Both are wearing wooden shoes.  The rim is trimmed in green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate is marked Made in Czechoslovakia and based on the mark, was manufactured between 1918 and 1938. The plate is in great condition with no chips, cracks or crazing.  The plate measures 7 ¼” in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in Czechoslovakia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15402853105722,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Czech_Plate_Dutch_Children_copy.jpg?v=1770862465"},{"product_id":"antique-reticulated-strawberry-porcelain-dessert-plate-gilt","title":"Antique Reticulated Porcelain Strawberry Dessert Plate | Pierced Basket Weave Rim with Gilt \u0026 Blue Trim | Art Nouveau Era","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eReticulated Strawberry Porcelain Cabinet Plate with Gilt Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eReticulated “cabinet plates” were especially popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, created not for everyday dining but for display in formal parlors and china cabinets. Their intricately pierced rims—often hand-cut before firing—demonstrated the technical skill of the porcelain factory, while delicate painting and gilding highlighted the artistry of individual decorators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eThese plates were meant to be admired, collected, and arranged as part of a refined interior, often standing upright on easels or layered within glass-front cabinets. Today, collectors are drawn to cabinet plates for their combination of craftsmanship, decorative appeal, and the glimpse they offer into the traditions of turn-of-the-century home display and entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eDelicate and decorative, this antique porcelain dessert plate features a beautifully pierced (reticulated) rim and hand-painted strawberry motif that feels straight out of the late Victorian–Art Nouveau period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eAt the center, ripe red strawberries and soft green leaves are painted with gentle shading and fine detail. The openwork border forms a basket-weave lattice accented with light blue trim, while embossed leaves around the rim are highlighted in gold gilt, adding subtle elegance and dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eThe porcelain body is notably translucent when held to the light — a hallmark of quality antique china — making the plate equally lovely displayed on a stand, hung on a wall, or used as a small dessert or bonbon dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eDecorative plates like this bring instant elegance and visual interest to a space. Displayed on a stand, layered on a shelf, or hung as part of a wall grouping, they add color, texture, and a sense of collected history. Their scale makes them especially versatile—equally at home in a china cabinet, on a mantel, or incorporated into a gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWhether styled individually or as part of a curated arrangement, cabinet plates offer a timeless way to introduce pattern and artistry into both traditional and modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eThe reverse bears hand-painted numbers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e05043\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical of early decorator or pattern identifiers. No factory hallmark is present. The plate is in excellent vintage condition, minor gilt wear only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates\" title=\"Decorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates | Display \u0026amp; Tableware\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection to find pieces to arrange on a wall, style on open shelving, or to incorporate into a thoughtfully set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Vintage Porcelain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15434180984890,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/Strawberry_Cut_Out_Plate_2.jpg?v=1770950453"},{"product_id":"bavaria-dessert-plate-hand-painted-strawberries","title":"BAVARIA DESSERT PLATE Hand Painted Strawberries, Leaves \u0026 Blossoms Circa 1940s (7 ½”)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite vintage BAVARIA PLATE, crafted in porcelain and measuring 7 ½” in diameter, features a gorgeous hand painted design of vivid red strawberries, delicate yellow blossoms, and lush green leaves against a peachy-pink background.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim of the plate is adorned with a gilt edge, adding an elegant finish. While thin and translucent like bone china, the plate is in remarkably good vintage condition, exhibiting no chips, cracks or crazing, with minimal gold loss on the edge. There is a small glazed ceramic piece on the bottom from the kiln stilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy as a decorative plate, bonbon dish, or for dessert!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Bavaria Porcelain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15435837112378,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Bavaria_Strawberry_Plate_copy.jpg?v=1770862356"},{"product_id":"lamberton-china-railroad-china-baltimore-ohio","title":"LAMBERTON CHINA RAILROAD CHINA Historic Baltimore \u0026 Ohio Potomac Valley Circa 1930","description":"\u003cp\u003eOffering a blue and white \u003cstrong\u003eLAMBERTON CHINA RAILROAD PLATE\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Blue Colonial pattern, referred by collectors as Centennial or Centenary.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe china pattern was introduced by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in 1927 to celebrate the its 100th anniversary. Train dining cars were outfitted with the pattern, which became very popular with travelers.  The pattern features a scene of the Potomac Valley. Circling the rim of the plate is an eight-illustration pictorial history of the railroad company, including first stone laid in 1828, the first horse drawn rail car in 1830, the Philip E. Thomas locomotive in 1838, and the Lord Baltimore locomotive in 1925.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe salad plate, circa 1930, was made by Lamberton China, division of Scammell China located in Trenton, New Jersey.  The company used a transfer-type technique to decorate the china.  It has been said that Mr. Weatherby who ran the Lamberton plant when the china was produced, possessed a “production secret” that decreased the possibility that the cobalt blue ink would run or blur, a common transfer-ware problem when firing blue ink. He never shared his secret with anyone, not even the plant's owners, the Shammells, and the secret was lost forever when he died.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8 ¼” plate is stamped on the back: \u003cstrong\u003e1827-1927 BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD – SCAMMELL’S LAMBERTON CHINA – DESIGN PATENTED.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Scammell's Lamberton China","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15654675316794,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/Lamberton_Railroad_Plate_1.jpg?v=1770862161"},{"product_id":"queen-city-of-the-west-cincinnati-ohio-souvenir-plate","title":"QUEEN CITY OF THE WEST Cincinnati Ohio Souvenir Plate by H \u0026 S Pogue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"It Came from Pogue's!\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOffering a large \u003cstrong\u003eCINCINNATI OHIO THE QUEEN CITY OF THE WEST SOUVENIR PLATE\u003c\/strong\u003e.  The plate features Cincinnati landmarks, including the Taft Museum, Union Terminal, Music Hall, Cincinnati Art Museum, Tyler Davidson Fountain, St Peter's Church, University of Cincinnati, City Hall and the Cincinnati skyline.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue and white 10 ½” round plate was sold by the H \u0026amp; S Pogue Company. For over a hundred years, Pogue's was a well-loved department store chain in Cincinnati. Prior to the company's closing in the 1980s, one of the greatest compliments one could make in the Queen City regarding a piece of merchandise was to use the store's own slogan, \"It Came from Pogue's.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eA blue stamp on the back of the plate reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eCINCINNATI OHIO \"QUEEN CITY OF THE WEST\"\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eDESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR H \u0026amp; S POGUE CO\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center\"\u003eBY VERNON KILNS USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer, Vernon Kilns closed its doors in the late 1950s. Condition is excellent. 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Its fragile nature and its lead glaze rendered it obsolete as soon as an economically feasible alternative (salt-glazed stoneware, tin or glass) was available. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe holiday design celebrates Christmas with the words \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMerry Christmas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in script across the front of the plate in yellow glaze.  Three green pine trees are centered in the middle.  The back of the dish is incised with the Turtlecreek Potters logo.  There is no signature or date.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate is in excellent condition and would be a perfect gift for your antique lover, folk art collector or pottery collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT TURTLECREEK POTTERS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurtlecreek Potters\u003c\/strong\u003e originated in 1984 and is part of the \u003cstrong\u003eWorkshops of David T. 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The foot has been professionally drilled for wall display, making it ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2769\" data-start=\"2561\"\u003eCondition is excellent, near mint antique condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs. There is only light, honest wear to the gilt at the rim, consistent with age. Please review all photographs for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e✨ Decorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eA refined statement piece for wall display, this plate brings warmth, color, and natural elegance to both traditional and collected interiors. Its painterly quality pairs beautifully with other antique ceramics, sporting art, or botanical themes, making it especially well suited for library walls, dining spaces, or French Country-inspired rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates\" title=\"Decorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates | Display \u0026amp; Tableware\"\u003eAntique Decorative Plates \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecollection to find more hand-painted collectible plates originating from renowned French makers, including faience and porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"George Borgfeldt Coronet Limoges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23626290495546,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/CoronetPheasant.jpg?v=1775862479"},{"product_id":"antique-k-g-luneville-cherry-faience-plate-obert","title":"Antique French Faïence Cherry Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville, Signed Obert, c. 1900 (8½″)","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Cherry Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eThis stunning antique French faïence cherry plate was hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), France, circa 1900. The 8 ½\" diameter plate features vibrant red cherries with soft shading and depth against a rich green background, showcasing the luminous glaze and confident brushwork that made Lunéville fruit plates so popular during the Art Nouveau era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSigned “Obert” on the front and stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e on the reverse, this plate retains two original rear hanging holes for easy wall display—perfect as a standalone accent or paired with other Lunéville fruit designs in a gallery wall or cabinet grouping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeautifully preserved in great antique condition with no cracks or chips; light age-appropriate crazing primarily on the back and subtle glaze wear along the rim, consistent with authentic tin-glazed faïence of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32025603964995,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/10100_0499.jpg?v=1769637358"},{"product_id":"kg-luneville-faience-fruit-platter-antique","title":"Antique K \u0026 G Lunéville Faïence Fruit Platter – Apples \u0026 Cherries, French Tin-Glazed Earthenware, c. 1890","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Apples \u0026amp; Cherries Fruit Platter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Larger examples or those marked \"Déposé”—such this charger or small round platter —are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis striking antique French faïence fruit platter was hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), France, circa 1890. The generous \u003cstrong\u003e11 ¼\" diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e charger features bold red apples with golden highlights and bright cherries on branches, set against a deep mauve, brown, and soft green background with delicate gold-gilt scalloped trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSigned and back-stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e with “Déposé” (registered design), this piece showcases the vibrant glazes and painterly style that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era. Two discreet rear hanging holes allow for easy wall display as a standout accent or part of a gallery grouping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeautifully preserved in wonderful antique condition with no chips or cracks; crazing present primarily on the reverse—a natural signature of its age and authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026amp; Guérin (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32029110272067,"sku":"","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/100_0633.jpg?v=1769626541"},{"product_id":"germany-plate-hand-painted-snowy-winter-sleigh-ride","title":"GERMANY CERAMIC 9\" PLATE Hand Painted Snowy Winter Sleigh Ride Circa 1950s","description":"\u003cp\u003eDecorative \u003cstrong\u003eHAND PAINTED RELIEF WALL PLATE\u003c\/strong\u003e made in Western Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate depicts a \u003cstrong\u003esnowy winter scene of a sleigh ride i\u003c\/strong\u003en the forefront coming up the drive of a beautiful yellow country home made using a raised \"relief\" design. The colors are bright and clear and the plate has not chips, crazing or cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe back the 9\" plate is stamped, \u003cstrong\u003eMade in Western Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e dating the piece after 1949 and following World War II when Germany was divided into occupation zones. Based on the previous owner, it is believed the piece was purchased in the 1950s. There is also an impressed mark of 3895 in the clay and two holes in the back rim for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003ePlate would make a wonderful addition to someone's decorating, especially during the holidays.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"West Germany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39487818268739,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/Small100_1309.jpg?v=1770861716"},{"product_id":"west-germany-winter-farm-relief-wall-plate","title":"West Germany Hand-Painted Relief Wall Plate | Snowy Farm \u0026 Oxen Winter Scene | 13\" Ceramic Chalet Décor c. 1950s","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"569\"\u003eHand-Painted West German Winter Farm Relief Plate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"628\"\u003eRichly detailed and full of storybook charm, this hand-painted relief wall plate depicts a peaceful winter day on a rural farmstead. Snow blankets the ground and rooftops while oxen haul timber in a sleigh, figures work near the barn, and bare trees stretch into a soft gray winter sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"916\"\u003eThe scene is sculpted in raised relief, giving the cottages, trees, and figures dimension and texture. A glossy glaze enhances the muted winter palette — soft grays, warm browns, and touches of yellow and green — creating depth and movement across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1441\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003eStamped \u003cstrong data-end=\"1213\" data-start=\"1186\"\u003eMade in Western Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e, the plate dates to the post-1949 era, with most examples like this produced during the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003e1950s mid-century decorative ceramics period\u003c\/strong\u003e. The reverse also shows impressed number \u003cstrong data-end=\"1400\" data-start=\"1392\"\u003e3710\u003c\/strong\u003e and factory holes for easy wall hanging. At 13\" in diameter, it makes a striking seasonal display piece for a cabin, lodge, chalet, or winter décor collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1441\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003e❄️ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3525\" data-start=\"3504\"\u003eCollector’s Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relief scenic plates from West Germany were popular mid-century souvenirs and decorator pieces. Their dimensional landscapes and hand-painted detail make them favorites for cabin and winter displays today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Germany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39487880101955,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/GermanyPlate100_1314.jpg?v=1770954287"},{"product_id":"west-germany-black-forest-relief-wall-plate-majolica-chalet","title":"Majolica Style Black Forest Relief Wall Plate | Hand-Painted Schwarzwald Chalet Scene | West Germany c. 1950s","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"669\" data-start=\"602\"\u003eHand-Painted Black Forest Chalet Relief Plate, West Germany\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1024\" data-start=\"671\"\u003eWarm, nostalgic, and richly textured, this hand-painted relief wall plate captures the charm of Germany’s Schwarzwald (Black Forest) countryside. The raised, sculptural design depicts a traditional chalet-style farmhouse nestled among rolling green hills, tall pines, and distant mountains — a classic alpine scene rendered in vibrant mid-century color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1295\" data-start=\"1026\"\u003eCrafted in a majolica-style technique, the surface features dimensional relief modeling with hand-painted detail that gives the landscape depth and character. The glossy glaze enhances the rich greens, browns, and sky blues, creating a lively, almost storybook quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1591\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003eThe reverse is stamped \u003cstrong data-end=\"1347\" data-start=\"1320\"\u003eMade in Western Germany\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating the piece to post-1949, with most examples like this produced during the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1466\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003e1950s West German ceramic revival\u003c\/strong\u003e. The back also shows impressed number \u003cstrong data-end=\"1513\" data-start=\"1505\"\u003e2215\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1540\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eSchwarzwald Baden\u003c\/strong\u003e mark, and two factory holes for easy wall hanging. At 13\" in diameter, it makes a striking display piece for a kitchen, cabin, chalet, or vintage European décor collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3896\" data-start=\"3651\"\u003e🏡 \u003cstrong data-end=\"3675\" data-start=\"3654\"\u003eCollector’s Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e After WWII, West German ceramics became known for richly glazed relief wall plates depicting pastoral European scenes. 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Unlike transferware, each piece was individually painted, resulting in subtle variations that add to its charm and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eThe term “gaudy” originally referred simply to the bright, saturated colors popular in the Victorian era. German makers such as Villeroy \u0026amp; Boch produced some of the finest examples, and today these lively wares are prized for their expressive folk-art character and handcrafted appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eThis antique gaudy-style stick spatter plate by \u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eVilleroy \u0026amp; Boch\u003c\/strong\u003e dates to the late 19th century (circa 1874–1909) and showcases the bold, expressive decoration prized by collectors of European porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eHand-painted in vivid, saturated color, the plate features vibrant red cabbage roses, deep purple-blue bellflowers, and mustard-yellow blossoms. The design was applied using the distinctive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003estick spatter technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a lively, textured surface with charming variations unique to each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eThe exuberant palette and floral composition reflect the decorative traditions of the Victorian era — where bright color and strong contrast were celebrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eDecorative plates like this bring instant elegance and visual interest to a space. Displayed on a stand, layered on a shelf, or hung as part of a wall grouping, they add color, texture, and a sense of collected history. Their scale makes them especially versatile—equally at home in a china cabinet, on a mantel, or incorporated into a gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWhether styled individually or as part of a curated arrangement, cabinet plates offer a timeless way to introduce pattern and artistry into both traditional and modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1492\" data-start=\"1360\"\u003eMeasuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e8½ inches in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, the plate has a slightly deeper well than many period examples, giving it both visual presence and practical versatility as a salad or dessert plate. The reverse bears the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eVilleroy \u0026amp; Boch backstamp\u003c\/strong\u003e along with embossed pattern number \u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eN21 8\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming authenticity and period manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca title=\"Decorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates | Display \u0026amp; Tableware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection to find pieces to arrange on a wall, style on open shelving, or to incorporate into a thoughtfully set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"187\"\u003e📚 \u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Note: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Villeroy \u0026 Boch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40093456040003,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/100_2083.jpg?v=1769553201"},{"product_id":"antique-carlsbad-austria-fish-plate","title":"Antique Carlsbad Austria Fish Plate – Transferware with Hand-Painted Details, c.1890s","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eAntique Carlsbad Austria Fish Plate – Transferware with Hand-Painted Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eFish plates—particularly examples combining transfer-printed imagery with hand-applied enamel or raised detailing—represent a refined intersection of late 19th-century European ceramics and the growing American market for decorative tableware. Pieces imported by Hinrichs \u0026amp; Company are especially notable, reflecting a period when European porcelain was curated for American tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to these plates for their balance of artistry and function: the layered technique of transferware enhanced with hand-painted accents, the tactile surface created by raised enamel work, and the enduring appeal of naturalistic fish and aquatic motifs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eA charming late 19th-century \u003cstrong data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eCarlsbad Austria transferware fish plate\u003c\/strong\u003e, imported by Hinrichs \u0026amp; Company of New York as part of their European decorative tableware line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eThe plate features a beautifully rendered \u003cstrong data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003elarge fish motif\u003c\/strong\u003e at center, printed in transfer and enhanced with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eraised hand-painted white dots\u003c\/strong\u003e that create a subtle, tactile scale-like texture. Stylized water plants and grasses sweep along the rim, adding movement and a naturalistic touch. The softly scalloped edge is finished with delicate gold gilt, giving the piece an elegant Victorian-era presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eDecorative fish plates like this bring instant elegance and visual interest to a space. Perfect for coastal or lake house décor, antique kitchen display, cabinet or wall plates and for mixing into vintage tableware collections. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWhether styled individually or as part of a curated arrangement, cabinet plates offer a timeless way to introduce pattern and artistry into both traditional and modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eThe 8 ¼ inches diameter plate is backstamped with the\u003cstrong\u003e “H \u0026amp; C Carlsbad Austria” \u003c\/strong\u003ecircular mark. Condition is honest antique condition, consistent with age and use, including: two hairline cracks at the rim near the lower edge and noticeable gilt wear to the rim. Still displays beautifully and retains wonderful character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates\" title=\"Decorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates | Display \u0026amp; Tableware\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative \u0026amp; Antique Plates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection to find pieces to arrange on a wall, style on open shelving, or to incorporate into a thoughtfully set table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"H \u0026 C Carlsbad Austria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40093674930243,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/100_2089_copy.jpg?v=1769564328"},{"product_id":"luneville-faience-strawberry-soup-bowl-antique","title":"Antique K \u0026 G Lunéville French Faïence Fruit Plate – Oranges, c. 1900, Signed Obert (8½\")","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Oranges Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese vibrant antique French faïence orange plates by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville) dates to circa 1900 and is hand-painted with a glowing orange motif signed “Obert” on the front. Each 8 ½' diameter plate features richly shaded oranges with soft green leaves against a mauve-to-plum ground, showcasing the tonal depth and glazing artistry that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually so collectors can select the perfect variation for a Lunéville fruit plate grouping, gallery wall, or cabinet display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOranges on Mauve #1\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery good antique condition; no cracks or chips; light age-appropriate crazing primarily on the reverse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOranges on Mauve #2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqually well-preserved with no cracks or chips; light browning on the back (cosmetic, common in antique faïence). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBack-stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e and with two discreet rear hanging holes, these plates are perfect for wall display, cabinet grouping, or mixing with other Lunéville fruit designs. Offered individually so collectors can choose the ideal variation. While beautifully preserved overall, both plates show minor signs of age and authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3166\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\" title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Oranges on Mauve #1","offer_id":42920747335747,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oranges on Mauve #2","offer_id":42920747368515,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate1K_GLunevilleOrangesonPurple-MauveBackgroundFront.jpg?v=1769629773"},{"product_id":"antique-k-g-luneville-apple-faience-plate-obert","title":"Antique French Faïence Apple Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville, Signed Obert, c. 1900 (8½″)","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Apple Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese beautiful antique French faïence apple plates were hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), France, circa 1900. Each\u003cstrong\u003e 8 ½\" \u003c\/strong\u003eplate features richly colored apples in red, yellow, and golden tones with soft shading and depth, set against subtly graduated backgrounds in green, mauve, brown, and deep plum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually so collectors can select the perfect variation for a Lunéville fruit plate grouping, gallery wall, or cabinet display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApples on Green\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; light age-appropriate crazing; small indent on back (likely from marking process)—a natural signature of its age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApples on Mauve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqually well-preserved with no cracks or chips; some crazing primarily on the back—charming evidence of handcrafted origins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApples on Apricot Brown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; visible crazing consistent with antique faïence, adding honest character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApples on Deep Mauve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat antique condition with no cracks or chips; light crazing; tiny pinpoint glaze nick on front (visible in photos)—subtle mark of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSigned \u003cstrong\u003e“Obert” \u003c\/strong\u003eon the front and stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e on the reverse, these plates showcase the luminous glazes and painterly style that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era. All retain original rear hanging holes for easy wall display. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3166\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\" title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Red Apples on Green","offer_id":42920856977475,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange Yellow Apples on Mauve","offer_id":42920857010243,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow Apples on Deep Apricot","offer_id":42920857043011,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Apples on Deep Mauve","offer_id":42920857075779,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate1K_GAppleswithBlueGreenBackgroundFront.jpg?v=1769634132"},{"product_id":"kg-luneville-antique-french-faience-apricot-plate","title":"Antique French Faïence Apricot Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville (8½”) — Signed Obert, c. 1900","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Apricot Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDelicately hand-painted and rich with color, these antique French faïence apricot plates were produced by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), one of the most celebrated faience makers of the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDating to circa 1900, each \u003cstrong\u003e8 ½\" diameter \u003c\/strong\u003eplate features softly shaded apricots rendered in the naturalistic style that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era. The painterly gradients, matte-to-gloss glaze transitions, and gentle craquelure are hallmarks of authentic French faïence from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually, both plates are signed “Obert.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYellow Apricots on Green\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; only gentle light crazing on the back, a natural signature of its age and authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrange Apricots on Green\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqually well-preserved with no cracks or chips; light crazing primarily on the back—charming evidence of handcrafted origins from the kiln.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese plates retain their original \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e backstamp and feature two discreet rear hanging holes for easy wall mounting—ideal for a cohesive Lunéville fruit plate grouping. While beautifully preserved overall, each plate shows minor signs of age and authentic tin-glazed character that add to their charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3166\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\" title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Yellow Apricots on Green","offer_id":42920954921027,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange Apricots on Green","offer_id":42920954953795,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate1K_GYellowApricotsonGreenFront.jpg?v=1769639334"},{"product_id":"antique-k-g-luneville-french-faience-grape-plate","title":"Antique French Faïence Grapes Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville, Signed Obert, c. 1900 (8½”)","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Grapes Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese beautiful antique French faïence grape plates were hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), France, circa 1900. Each 8 ½\" diameter plate features lush grape clusters in richly shaded purples and greens, with softly blended backgrounds that showcase the tonal depth and artistry of Lunéville fruitware from the Art Nouveau era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually so collectors can select the perfect variation. While beautifully preserved overall, each shows minor signs of age and authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurple Grapes on Blue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat antique condition; gold-gilt scalloped rim and Déposé mark; some crazing on the back, light gilt wear, and a fine hairline crack visible from the reverse only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurple Grapes on Tan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat antique condition with no cracks or crazing; one small rim nip—charming evidence of handcrafted origins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen Grapes on Pink Violet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat antique condition with no chips or cracks; crazing primarily on the back, a natural signature of its age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed Grapes on Sage Green\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat antique condition with minimal crazing; no cracks or chips; small glaze spot from manufacture, consistent with faience production (see image).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll plates are signed “Obert” on the front and stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e on the reverse, with two discreet rear hanging holes for easy wall display. The painterly technique and organic composition make them ideal for mixing and matching in a Lunéville fruit plate grouping or gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Purple Grapes on Blue","offer_id":42921206382659,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple Grapes on Tan","offer_id":42921206415427,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Grapes on Pink Violet","offer_id":42921206448195,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Grapes on Sage Green","offer_id":42921206480963,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate2K_GGrapesonBlueFront.jpg?v=1769647127"},{"product_id":"kg-luneville-french-faience-peaches-plate-obert","title":"Antique French Faïence Peaches Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville, Signed Obert, c. 1900 (8½”)","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Peaches Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese beautiful antique French faïence peach plates were hand-painted by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K \u0026amp; G Lunéville), France, circa 1900. Each 8 ½\" diameter plate features ripe peaches with a warm reddish-orange blush in Obert’s distinctive painterly style, set against softly shaded grounds in deep mauve, apricot, and golden tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually so collectors can select the perfect variation for a Lunéville fruit plate grouping, gallery wall, or cabinet display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeaches on Deep Apricot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; gentle light crazing primarily on the back, a natural signature of authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeaches on Mauve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEqually well-preserved with no cracks or chips; light crazing primarily on the back; subtle glaze wear on rim—charming evidence of handcrafted origins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeaches on Apricot\/Gold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; gentle light crazing primarily on the back, adding honest antique character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSigned “Obert” on the front and stamped \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e on the reverse, these plates showcase the luminous glazes and refined decoration that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era. All retain two discreet rear hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Peaches on Deep Apricot","offer_id":42921267200067,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peaches on Mauve","offer_id":42921267232835,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peaches on Apricot\/Gold","offer_id":42921267265603,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate1K_GPeachesonTanFront.jpg?v=1769649572"},{"product_id":"antique-french-faience-pear-plates-k-g-luneville","title":"Antique French Faïence Pear Plates by K \u0026 G Lunéville (Obert) | 8½” Fruit Plates, c. 1890–1900","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Pear Plates Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese beautiful antique French faïence fruit plates were hand-painted by\u003cstrong\u003e Keller \u0026amp; Guérin \u003c\/strong\u003e(K \u0026amp; G Lunéville) in Lunéville, France, circa 1890–1900. Each 8 ½\" diameter plate features luscious pears in rich, painterly tones against softly shaded backgrounds, with two rear holes for easy wall display. While the pear motifs are nearly identical, subtle background color variations and minor condition differences add honest antique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOffered individually so collectors can select the perfect variation for a Lunéville fruit plate grouping, gallery wall, or cabinet display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed-Orange Pears on Apricot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully preserved in antique condition; no cracks or chips; only gentle light crazing, primarily on the back. Signed “Obert” on the front—the artist behind many of Lunéville’s most desirable fruit studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGold Pears with Gilt Rim on Cobalt Blue (c. 1890)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-preserved in very good condition; no cracks or chips; some gilt wear consistent with antique gold-gilt faïence. Marked “Déposé,” signifying a registered design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrange-Yellow Pears on Green\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-preserved with no cracks or chips; light crazing on the back—a natural signature of its age and authentic tin-glazed character. Tiny pit on front; signed “Obert.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Reddish Orange Pears on Apricot","offer_id":42921375072323,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Pears on Cobalt Blue with Gold Gilt Rim","offer_id":42921375105091,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Orange-Yellow Pears on Green","offer_id":42921375137859,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate2K_GPearsonApricotGoldFront.jpg?v=1769653515"},{"product_id":"k-g-luneville-antique-plum-faience-plate-obert","title":"Antique French Faïence Plum Plate by K \u0026 G Lunéville, Signed Obert, c.1900 (8½”)","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Plums Plate Signed Obert\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin\u003c\/strong\u003e (K\u0026amp;G Lunéville) fruit plates are prized for their vibrant hand-painted decoration and naturalistic fruit motifs. Artist-signed examples—such as those bearing the Obert signature—are especially sought after, reflecting the individuality of the decorator and the artistry of late 19th- and early 20th-century French faïence production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eCollectors are drawn to plates with strong color saturation, finely detailed brushwork, and balanced composition. Subtle background tones, gentle glaze variation, and light signs of age are typical and contribute to the authenticity and enduring charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese elegant antique French faïence plum plates by \u003cstrong\u003eKeller \u0026amp; Guérin \u003c\/strong\u003e(K \u0026amp; G Lunéville) date to the Art Nouveau era. Hand-painted, each 8 ½\" diameter plate features richly detailed plums in deep reddish-purple tones with softly shaded leaves, modeled with lifelike weight and ripeness against a warm, graduated apricot background—classic of Lunéville’s finest hand-painted fruit designs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe 8 ½\"\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique plates are offered individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlums on Light Apricot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; only gentle light crazing on the back, a natural signature of its age and authentic tin-glazed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlums on Dark Apricot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEqually well-preserved with no cracks or chips; light crazing on the back and one tiny pinpoint factory nib on the rim—charming evidence of handcrafted origins from the kiln.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #334FB4; background-color: #dee6ff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eDecorating Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eEqually suited for display or use,\u003cstrong\u003e Lunéville \u003c\/strong\u003efruit plates bring a fresh, colorful elegance to the home. Their painterly fruit motifs and softly blended backgrounds make them ideal for open shelving, hutches, or wall arrangements, where each plate can be appreciated as an individual work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eGrouped together or mixed with ironstone and other French faïence, they add warmth and a collected, European feel—perfect for farmhouse, French country, and provincial-inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSigned “\u003cstrong\u003eObert\u003c\/strong\u003e” on the front and bearing the authentic \u003cstrong\u003eK \u0026amp; G Lunéville France\u003c\/strong\u003e maker’s mark on the reverse with rear holes for easy wall hanging or display. While the design is nearly identical, subtle background tone variations and minor condition differences add honest antique character for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 14px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #6A7A8A; background-color: #f4f6f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #4a5560; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3164\" data-start=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunéville faïence \u003c\/strong\u003eis among the most celebrated French ceramics. In 1730, Jacques Chambrette established the factory in Luneville, Lorraine. His innovations—including the development of \u003cem data-end=\"2939\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eterre de Lorraine\u003c\/em\u003e earthenware—helped define the region’s distinctive ceramic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3629\" data-start=\"3166\"\u003eSébastien Keller acquired the factory in 1785. Around 1832, the firm became known as Keller \u0026amp; Guérin producing both utilitarian wares and finely decorated faïence. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lunéville was widely recognized for its hand-painted designs, including richly colored fruit and floral motifs that remain highly collectible today. Factory production declined following World War II, and Lunéville ultimately ceased production in 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our full \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"French Faïence | Lunéville, Quimper \u0026amp; Tin-Glazed Earthenware\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/french-faience\"\u003eFrench Faïence\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e collection to mix and match timeless\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eantique and vintage tin-glazed earthenware from notable French centers including Lunéville, Quimper, and Strasbourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Keller \u0026 Guérin (K \u0026 G Lunéville)","offers":[{"title":"Plums on Light Apricot","offer_id":42921496051779,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plums on Dark Apricot","offer_id":42921496084547,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/Plate1PlumsonTanFront.jpg?v=1769655689"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/collections\/13_100_0505.jpg?v=1770006129","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/decorative-antique-plates.oembed?page=2","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}