Set of Three Parlant Plates by Gien, Black and Brown Transferware with Musical and Riddle Themes, France c.1880 transferware plate Set of 31 pcs

Set of 31 pcs

featuring butterflies and blooming floral decoration

or decorative library groupings

The beautiful green / grey transferware design

some marks of time and small damage - 1 pc with a 3-4cm hairline crack at the rim

Set of Three Parlant Plates by Gien, Black and Brown Transferware with Musical and Riddle Themes, France c.1880 transferware plate Set of 31 pcsA highly collectible set of three nineteenth century parlant plates by Gien, each decorated with printed riddles and musical themed imagery in black and brown transferware. Parlant plates are especially sought after for their narrative charm, combining text and imagery to create pieces that were both entertaining and decorative at the table. The contrast of dark transfer against softly aged glaze gives these plates strong visual presence, making them