Paris Porcelain Empire Style Lion Head Saucier with Attached Stand, France c.1900 French opaline light scrapes

light scrapes

A lovely antique French plate set in Neoclassical style with a beautiful transferware design of wreaths

There is a colour difference between one of the plates which doesn't share the aged 'tea-stained' patina of the others and presents a little whiter

Volume 5 Fl ounces

- 2 x low cake stands Diam 24cm H 5

Paris Porcelain Empire Style Lion Head Saucier with Attached Stand, France c.1900 French opaline light scrapesA striking Empire style saucire in fine Paris porcelain, with applied lion head detailing and integrated footed stand. This style draws from early nineteenth century neoclassical design, where motifs such as lion masks symbolised strength and grandeur. It makes a strong decorative statement, whether used for serving or display. Pieces like this add a sense of formality and architectural detail to a table and work especially well when layered with