Covered soup tureen and its stand in Gien earthenware –

Covered soup tureen and its stand in Gien earthenware – Blue decoration on a white background. Elegant covered soup tureen accompanied by its stand, made of Gien earthenware, featuring a blue printed decoration on a white background inspired by 18th-century French earthenware designs. The piece has a beautiful scalloped shape with vertical ribs, highlighted by a delicate blue frieze running along the edges. The side handles and the lid handle are shaped like stylised shells enhanced with a blue line. The central decoration, treated in shades of blue, depicts a rich floral and ornamental motif inspired by Rouen. Marked on the base GIEN FRANCE, this soup tureen reflects the production quality of the famous Gien factory in the 20th century. A decorative and table piece full of charm, ideal for completing a service or enhancing a classic French-style decor. Manufacturer: Gien Earthenware Factory. Period: 20th century. Material: glazed earthenware. Decoration: shades of blue on a white background. Composition: covered soup tureen and its matching stand. Condition: very good overall condition, with no visible chips or restorations. Light signs of use consistent with its age. H25 X 30cm.