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Mid-Century French “Métiers du Vieux Paris” Porcelain Plates, Set of 12

$550per set
£423.95per set
€507.13per set
CA$799.85per set
A$824.58per set
CHF 468.52per set
MX$10,437.71per set
NOK 5,365.22per set
SEK 5,620.73per set
DKK 3,791.11per set

About the Item

This colorful vintage French porcelain service offers a charming glimpse into the trades and street vendors of old Paris. Crafted in France circa 1970, the set of 12 plates is decorated with scenes from the “Métiers du Vieux Paris” series, each depicting a traditional Parisian occupation in period costume. The compositions include figures such as Le Chiffonnier, La Marchande de Noix, Le Porteur d’Eau, La Marchande de Poires Cuites, Le Marchand de Seaux Ferrés, and Le Marchand de Sébiles, with each subject appearing twice to create the complete set of twelve. The finely detailed figures are rendered in rich greens, browns, reds, blues, and soft earth tones against a white porcelain ground, framed by a simple green border. Each plate is titled in French and carries the “Métiers du Vieux Paris” inscription above the figure. The reverse is marked “Tradition CNP France.” Their engaging historical subject matter and coordinated palette make the plates especially attractive displayed in a vaisselier, plate rack, kitchen, breakfast room, or grouped decoratively on a wall. The set is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, with bright decoration and a clean glossy finish. Dimensions: 7.25" Diameter each
  • Attributed to:
    Vincennes Porcelain Manufactory (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 12
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 232-3391stDibs: LU951236968632

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