Antique French Faïence Apricot Plate by K & G Lunéville (8½”) — Signed Obert, c. 1900

Keller & Guérin Lunéville Antique French Faïence Apricot Plate Signed Obert

Delicately hand-painted and rich with color, these antique French faïence apricot plates were produced by Keller & Guérin (K & G Lunéville), one of the most celebrated faience makers of the late 19th century. Dating to circa 1900, each 8½-inch plate features softly shaded apricots rendered in the naturalistic style that made Lunéville fruitware so collectible during the Art Nouveau era.

Both plates are signed “Obert” on the front and showcase luminous apricots against a green ground, with subtle tonal variation between the two examples. The painterly gradients, matte-to-gloss glaze transitions, and gentle craquelure are hallmarks of authentic French faïence from this period.

Designed for both use and display, these plates retain their original K & G Lunéville France 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.

🍑 Yellow Apricots on Green - Beautifully preserved with no cracks or chips; only gentle light crazing on the back, a natural signature of its age and authentic tin-glazed character.

🍑 Orange Apricots on Green - Equally well-preserved with no cracks or chips; light crazing primarily on the back—charming evidence of handcrafted origins from the kiln.

✨Collector’s Note: Artist-signed Obert examples of K & G Lunéville apricot plates—especially these vibrant apricot motifs with intact color saturation—are becoming increasingly rare and highly desirable. Subtle background tones and minor signs of age only deepen their authentic antique character. Explore the full Lunéville Faïence collection to mix, match, and build a timeless French table.