Nice big faience square bowl with rich floral pattern, model François 1er. Can be hanged on the wall. Gorgeous faience tea pair (duo) made by Gien, Renaissance Fond Bleu model. These bright grotesque motifs from Ancient Greece mythology on cobalt background were inspired by Italian majolica (glazed colourful ceramics) from Faenza, Deruta, Urbino. AS A GIFT – extra saucer (see photo 1). At first he aimed at producing crockery, later he started producing dinner services, decorative pieces and dinner services embellished with family arms. The production of oil lamps was another typical speciality of Gien. The faience manufacturers of Gien have further developed the technique of emaux cloisonné, which originates from Longwy, in 1870. They applied both new decorations and decorations inspired by those from previous centuries, inspired by other European manufacturers or from those originating from the Far East. The pinnacle of the faience production of Gien was between 1855 and 1900 and many prizes were granted at the international exhibitions in 1855, 1867, 1878, 1889 and 1900. Bowl: close to excellent condition, with traces of age and usage, age stains, microchips, craquelure (see photos for more details). Excellent condition, with some traces of age and usage, small age stains, some age craquelure. Total weight of lot app. 1.25 kg/ 44.09 oz. Bowl: size 5.5x27x27 cm/ 2.16×10.62 in. Cup – height 6 cm/. Saucer – height 1.5 cm/. Diameter 13.5 cm/. Kostenlose Lieferung für Österreich (Artikel bis 4 kg)! We are glad to answer all your questions and pleased to provide more photos upon your request.