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Mid-Century St. Jean de Bretagne French Oyster Plate – SOLD

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A hand painted faience oyster plate made by Saint- Jean de Bretagne, near Quimper, France – circa 1960’s.

Saint-Jean de Bretagne earthenware became a thriving industry after the Second World War. A boldly colored shaped plate – six orange wells shaped like scallop shells are separated by sprigs of green seaweed. A central round well is for lemons or a dipping sauce. The wells and rim are outlined in black against a white ground. A graphic pattern, updated from the classic Quimper style pottery.

10.5 in. Diameter x 1.25 in. H

Marked by the maker and initialed by the painter on the verso. Pierced for hanging.

Excellent vintage condition.