Set of 9 French Hand-Painted Oyster Plates by St. Jean de Bretagne, 1950s

$800.00

A set of nine French oyster plates by St. Jean de Bretagne from the 1950s, where everyday tableware is elevated through color, craftsmanship, and the enduring traditions of French ceramics.

Hand-painted with a vibrant palette of soft greens, earthy reds, and deep charcoal outlines, each plate is arranged with individual oyster wells radiating from a central serving well. The composition is both practical and decorative, transforming a functional object into one with a distinctly graphic presence. Subtle variations in the painted surface speak to the hand of the artisan, giving every plate its own character while maintaining a harmonious set.

The rich glazing enhances the hand-painted decoration, catching the light and adding depth to the organic motifs inspired by the sea. Designed for serving oysters, the plates lend a sense of occasion to the table, whether used for entertaining or displayed as decorative objects.

DIMENSIONS: 15"W x 15"D x 1"H

ADDITIONAL DIMENSIONS: Medium Plates: 10.5"W x 10.5"D x 1.25"H

ORIGIN: France

PERIOD: 1950s

MATERIALS: Ceramic

CONDITION: In excellent vintage condition, with fine craquelure throughout the ceramic finish, consistent with age. Maker's marks present on the underside of all nine plates.

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Set of 9 French Hand-Painted Oyster Plates by St. Jean de Bretagne, 1950s

A set of nine French oyster plates by St. Jean de Bretagne from the 1950s, where everyday tableware is elevated through color, craftsmanship, and the enduring traditions of French ceramics.

Hand-painted with a vibrant palette of soft greens, earthy reds, and deep charcoal outlines, each plate is arranged with individual oyster wells radiating from a central serving well. The composition is both practical and decorative, transforming a functional object into one with a distinctly graphic presence. Subtle variations in the painted surface speak to the hand of the artisan, giving every plate its own character while maintaining a harmonious set.

The rich glazing enhances the hand-painted decoration, catching the light and adding depth to the organic motifs inspired by the sea. Designed for serving oysters, the plates lend a sense of occasion to the table, whether used for entertaining or displayed as decorative objects.

Dimensions
Width: 15"
Depth: 15"
Height: 1"
Additional Dimensions: Medium Plates: 10.5"W x 10.5"D x 1.25"H
Origin: France
Period: 1950s
Materials: Ceramic
Condition
In excellent vintage condition, with fine craquelure throughout the ceramic finish, consistent with age. Maker's marks present on the underside of all nine plates.

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