Ironstone dinner plates by E. Bourgeois, Catinat pattern, late 19th century

The six Terre de Fer plates we are offering are part of the Catinat pattern from the Bourgeois pottery. This pattern features a delicate floral design with clovers, leaves, and flowers. The stamps are visible on the base. Emile Bourgeois (1832-1926) was the founder of Le Grand Dépôt (1862), located on Rue Drouot in Paris. This store, nicknamed "The Palace of the Arts of Fire, " was famous for its objets d'art, ceramics, earthenware, and crystal, which it sold to a wealthy clientele. These plates are in remarkable condition, despite dating from the late 19th century. They have no cracks or chips, and the earthenware is unstained. Diameter: 24 cm. Weight: 2.7 kg.