Antique cup 1890-1910 opaque porcelain ironstone Gien Chardons model

Magnificent large footed salad bowl or antique dish in earthenware, Gien manufacture, "Chardons" model, Belle Époque, late 19th to early 20th century, circa 1890-1910. Dark blue printed decoration of stylised thistles. Featuring a lovely short round foot. Ivory white earthenware with a slight cream hue, characteristic of Gien's opaque porcelain. Marked underneath with the manufacturer's coat of arms "Porcelaine Opaque de Gien - Chardons". 12.5 cm in height, 28 cm maximum diameter. Very good overall condition considering its age. Presence of visible usage cracks inside and outside, particularly on one of the inner sides, with a few rare patina spots. No hairline cracks, no chips. Approximately 1.5 kg.