{"product_id":"antique-belgian-nimy-bowl-gaudy-welsh-style-imperiale-royale","title":"Antique Belgian Nimy Bowl Hand Painted Gaudy Welsh Style Impériale Royale 10 ¾″ Charger c.1890–1910","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBold Color \u0026amp; Folk Charm — A Striking Gaudy Welsh–Style Belgian Bowl\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: 0;\"\u003ePottery from \u003cstrong\u003eManufacture Impériale et Royale of Nimy, Belgium\u003c\/strong\u003e is admired for its blend of European craftsmanship and bold decorative style. Pieces featuring vibrant florals and spatterware or “stickware” borders are often compared to Gaudy Welsh and Gaudy Dutch ceramics, making them especially appealing to collectors who appreciate richly colored, hand-decorated tablewares from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eA beautifully hand-painted large, rimmed bowl by \u003cstrong data-end=\"1392\" data-start=\"1353\"\u003eImpériale et Royale (Nimy, Belgium)\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century. This striking piece features a vibrant floral design rendered in bold red and blue blossoms, accented by green leaves and delicate yellow vine details across a creamy white ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2022\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003eThe wide rim is decorated with a distinctive black and white “stickware” pattern, creating a strong visual frame around the central motif. A red border—echoing the floral palette—adds cohesion and enhances the overall decorative impact. The lively coloration and confident brushwork reflect the enduring appeal of Gaudy Welsh and Gaudy Dutch styles, while maintaining its distinct Belgian character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2154\" data-start=\"2024\"\u003eThe bowl measures approximately 10 ¾″ in diameter with a 1 ½″ deep rim, offering both visual presence and versatility for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003eThe underside bears the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003eImpériale et Royale\u003c\/strong\u003e backstamp, featuring a crown above “NIMY,” encircled by \u003cem data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2260\"\u003eManufacture Impériale et Royale – Fabrication Belge – Made in Belgium\u003c\/em\u003e, along with an impressed “K” mark. This mark dates the piece to approximately 1890–1910.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2422\"\u003eCondition is excellent for its age, with no cracks, chips, or crazing noted. Minor glaze smudging on the reverse is present, consistent with hand-painted production and typical of the period.\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;\"\u003eWith its bold color palette and generous scale, this piece makes a striking statement on a wall, in a plate rack, or as a centerpiece. Its folk-inspired pattern pairs beautifully with English, French Country, or cottage interiors, adding warmth, color, and a sense of collected history to the space.\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":"Impériale et Royale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15406742667322,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/BelgiumBowl.jpg?v=1775864248","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/antique-belgian-nimy-bowl-gaudy-welsh-style-imperiale-royale","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}