Luneville French Faience Platter Cross of Lorraine Thistle Blue White Serving Plate Crowned Eagle Crest Heraldic Ceramic Charger - Plat n°1

Immerse yourself in the rich historic heritage of North-Eastern France with this striking antique blue and white faience charger platter from the renowned Lunéville manufacture. Featuring the patriotic symbols of the Lorraine region—the iconic Cross of Lorraine and the symbolic Nancy thistles—this exceptional piece is centered with a noble crowned eagle coat of arms. A spectacular find for lovers of heraldic art and fine French earthenware.

This beautiful flat serving platter (plat rond) has a generous diameter of (31 cm), approx. 12.2", and is made of heavy, high-quality Lunéville faience, weighing 801 grams. The cream-white glazed surface is decorated in a deep, classic cobalt blue. At the center sits a highly detailed crowned eagle crest, flanked on the rim by three beautifully rendered thistles (chardons) alternating with three bold double-barred Crosses of Lorraine (croix de Lorraine).

The reverse side, as shown in the photos, bears the authentic stylized "LUNÉVILLE FRANCE" stamp, which dates this piece to the late 19th or early 20th century, a period marked by patriotic regional pride in France.

DETAILS:

Object Type: Large Round Platter / Charger Plate

Material: Faience / Earthenware

Manufacturer: Lunéville (France)

Period: Late 19th to early 20th century (Belle Époque / Art Nouveau)

Style: Heraldic / French Regional / Country Chic

Origin: Lorraine, France

Dimensions: Diameter: approx. 12.2" (31 cm)

Weight: 801 grams

Condition: Very good condition. Please inspect the photos carefully as they are an integral part of the description.