Hermann-paul, Series Of 9 Dessert Plates, "versailles" Model

An elegant set of nine octagonal glazed earthenware dessert plates, made around 1920, the result of a collaboration between Hermann-Paul, a renowned artist and illustrator, and the prestigious Éditions Georges Rouard, renowned for producing high-quality art objects and tableware. The dark brown scenes depicting iconic views of Versailles, finely drawn in a graphic and refined style, characteristic of Hermann-Paul's work. Each plate illustrates a different perspective of the château, its gardens and its paths, subtly capturing the atmosphere of the place. These plates demonstrate the refined taste of the 1920s for decorative arts and the promotion of French heritage through tableware. Georges Rouard, an influential publisher and art dealer of the time, collaborated with many artists and craftsmen to produce exceptional objects, intended for a demanding and cultivated clientele. A rare set, ideal for collectors, earthenware lovers and those passionate about the history of Versailles.