{"product_id":"arcopal-florentine-dinner-plates-soup-bowls-france","title":"Arcopal Florentine Dinnerware – Pink Floral, Scalloped Edge, France (Circa 1995)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLate-1990s Arcopal Florentine Dinnerware with Soft Pink Florals \u0026amp; Scalloped Edge\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;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFlorentine \u003c\/strong\u003epattern appeals to collectors who appreciate Arcopal’s final generation of opal-glass designs—lightweight, durable pieces with a soft, luminous finish. Produced only in the late 1990s, Florentine reflects the brand’s shift toward more contemporary styling just before Arcopal ended its production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWith its short manufacturing window and refined floral palette, Florentine is among the more desirable late-period \u003cstrong\u003eArcopal\u003c\/strong\u003e patterns. Collectors value these pieces not only for their practicality and resilience, but also for their place in the closing chapter of French opaline glassmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant and quietly romantic, the \u003cstrong\u003eArcopal Florentine\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern features delicate pink blossoms accented by soft gray-green foliage, all set against a luminous white ground and framed by a gently scalloped edge. The design captures a refined, late-20th-century French aesthetic—subtle, versatile, and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in France from Arcopal’s signature tempered opal glass, these pieces are lightweight, nonporous, and exceptionally durable. Designed for everyday use, they offer the rare combination of practicality and beauty—equally suited to casual meals or a softly styled table setting.\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;\"\u003eArcopal Florentine brings a light, effortless elegance to the table. Its soft floral palette and luminous finish layer beautifully with both vintage and modern pieces, making it ideal for everyday dining as well as relaxed, collected table settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\"\u003eMix dinner plates and soup bowls with ironstone, glassware, or patterned linens for a look that feels both fresh and timeless—perfect for French country, cottage, or understated traditional interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern’s understated elegance pairs beautifully with both vintage and contemporary tableware. Pieces are in excellent condition and dishwasher and microwave safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as both \u003cstrong\u003edinner plates \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003erimmed soup bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e, each piece is sold individually, allowing you to build or refresh your set over time. Make your selection from the menu located just under the At-A-Glance grid.\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=\"2502\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArcopal’s Florentine pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the final chapter of the company’s opal-glass production. Introduced circa 1995, it reflects a late shift toward softer, more contemporary floral decoration while maintaining the brand’s hallmark durability and luminous finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2847\" data-start=\"2504\"\u003eArcopal was introduced in 1958 by \u003cem\u003eVerrerie Cristallerie d’Arques\u003c\/em\u003e in Arques, France, and quickly became known for its strong, lightweight, heat-resistant glass. Production of vintage Arcopal ended in 2000, making Florentine one of the last patterns produced—an appealing detail for collectors of modern French tableware and late-century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2348\" data-start=\"2173\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/tableware\" title=\"Tableware | Vintage Dinnerware, Drinkware, Flatwaare \u0026amp; Tea \u0026amp; Coffee Service\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTableware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ecollection for more pieces that define the table—dinnerware, drinkware, flatware, and coffee\/tea service chosen for everyday use and special gatherings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arcopal™","offers":[{"title":"Dinner Plate","offer_id":43137654718531,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rimmed Soup Bowl","offer_id":43137654751299,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/products\/100_2106.jpg?v=1776023982","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/arcopal-florentine-dinner-plates-soup-bowls-france","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}