Sarreguemines Fables de la Fountaine Salad/Dessert Plates
Best vintage porcelain for hosts who love literary-inspired table settings.
These vintage plates turn every course into a conversation piece by layering 1930s French porcelain with timeless literary fables. You sacrifice the uniformity of modern dinnerware for the distinct, storytelling charm of intricate transfer-printed illustrations and classic basket-weave detailing.
$135.00
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Trouver Antiques (US retailer)
Who it's for
- Hosts seeking unique, storytelling elements for their dinner parties
- Collectors valuing authentic French craftsmanship and historical provenance
- Eco-conscious shoppers curating a distinctive, sustainable home collection
Who should skip it
- Busy households relying on dishwasher and microwave convenience
- Buyers wanting easily replaceable or expandable matching sets
- Users needing durable, worry-free dinnerware for daily heavy use
Performance breakdown
Historical Authenticity
Genuine 1930s Sarreguemines porcelain captures authentic French literary heritage.
Visual Narrative
Intricate black transfer prints bring classic La Fontaine fables to life.
Design Craftsmanship
The delicate basket weave rim adds sophisticated texture to every plate.
Daily Utility
Fragile vintage construction requires careful hand-washing and gentle handling.
Table Presence
Creates an instant focal point for curated, conversation-starting dinner parties.
Set Cohesion
Matching six-piece collection ensures a perfectly uniform and elegant presentation.
Key Specs
Set Size
6 plates
Material
Porcelain
Diameter
7.125 inches
Decoration
Black transfer printed image
Rim Style
Basket weave
Origin
France
Production Era
Circa 1930's
Plate Type
Salad Plate, Dessert Plate
Shape
Round
Pattern Type
Patterned
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