A set of eight Galle Faience plates and two compotes by Emile Galle of Nancy, France. Galle is normally linked to cameo glass and his pottery is not as well known. A most unusual set in that it is comprised of eight plates and two compotes. The plates and compotes are decorated in blue with reticulated edges and heraldic crest in the center. The set is comprised of eight serving or dessert plates and two compotes. A banner on the bottom of the shield bears the Latin phrase Non Inultus Premor (“I cannot be touched with impunity”). In 1874 he oversaw the Saint-Clement pottery and then later moved the pottery to Nancy. French pottery C 1900, several plates and 1 compote are marked. Measurements; 8 ½ in diameter. The set weights almost 10 pounds unpacked and will need to be double boxed for safe travel. Condition Report; The are small hairline cracks and chips on edges of several plates. The edges can be touched up and sealed in order to use them. The price takes into consideration the condition of the set and also the fact that a set like this has value since a full set is not often found. ITEM ID # 0910179. Be sure to add me to your. It is important to me that your item arrives in fine shape. It will be carefully packed with quality materials. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Cookware, Dinnerware & Serveware\Plates”. The seller is “43chesapeakecourt” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, China, Japan, Australia.
- Production Technique: Pottery
- Country/Region of Manufacture: France
- Material: Pottery
- Brand: Emile Galle
- Color: Blue, White
- Set Includes: Plate Set, Dessert Plate
- Type: Plate
- Original/Reproduction: Antique Original