Antique Sarreguemines Transferware Plate Proverbs Angel Purple French
$ 44.88
Description
Antique Sarreguemines Transferware Plate Proverbs Angel Purple French. Antique Sarreguemines transferware plate dating to the late 19th century and featuring one of the charming narrative scenes from the famous French Proverbs series. Produced by the renowned French faience manufacturer Sarreguemines, proverb plates remain among the most collectible forms of late 19th-century transferware. Antique French Sarreguemines transferware plate from the celebrated Proverbs series, decorated in rich purple transfer print with a lively figural scene featuring an angel sounding a trumpet. ────────── DESCRIPTION Antique Sarreguemines transferware plate dating to the late 19th century and featuring one of the charming narrative scenes from the famous French Proverbs series. The central vignette shows a whimsical domestic scene accompanied by an angel blowing a trumpet, illustrating a moral proverb through playful storytelling imagery. These plates were designed to pair humor and daily life with short sayings, making them both decorative and conversational pieces in Victorian-era homes. Produced by the renowned French faience manufacturer Sarreguemines, proverb plates remain among the most collectible forms of late 19th-century transferware. The rich purple (mulberry) transfer color and ornate border decoration make this example particularly attractive for display. ────────── DETAILS Maker: Sarreguemines Origin: France Series: Proverbs / Proverbes Date: Circa 1875–1890 Material: Earthenware faience Decoration: Transfer printed figural scene Color: Purple / mulberry ────────── CONDITION Good antique condition consistent with age and use. Light surface wear typical of 19th-century earthenware. No major cracks or structural damage observed. Please review photographs for details. ────────── HOHM PROVENANCE Carefully sourced for HOHM as part of a collection of historic European ceramics reflecting everyday humor and domestic life in late 19th-century France. ────────── Offers — All reasonable offers are warmly welcome—please don’t hesitate to send one! Shipping — I pack each item carefully and reuse quality boxes and materials whenever possible. Shipping is fully insured and handled promptly. Policies — All sales are final. Please email with any questions prior to purchase—I’m happy to provide additional photos or details. ────────── (sarreguemines plate, french proverb plate, purple transferware plate, antique faience plate, victorian transferware, 19th century ceramics)
