Sourced in France
This faience platter by Choisy-le-Roi features a delicate floral motif in sepia and green across an ivory ground, framed by a softly scalloped rim. The composition balances naturalism with symmetry—a hallmark of late 19th-century French decorative design.
Produced near Paris between 1890 and 1910, Choisy-le-Roi pieces are celebrated for their refined faïence fine bodies, painterly transfers, and lustrous ivory glazes. The manufactory was among France’s most admired of the era, known for combining artistry with technical precision.
Sourced from a longtime collector near Paris, this platter reflects the elegance and craftsmanship that define French ceramics of the Belle Époque. It pairs beautifully with its companion, the Anaïs Floral Platter, which features a coordinating floral design in a complementary palette.
15½ × 11 in (39.4 cm × 27.9 cm)
Sourced in France
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