"Two Very Beautiful 19th Century Paris Porcelain Plates Signed Jp For Jacob Petit."
One is in perfect condition, the second has a small discreet lack of tortoiseshell on the edge (last two photos). The animated backgrounds are in slight relief. The edges as well as each floral medallion are enhanced with a fine gold fillet. This gilding is partly faded.Jacob Petit (1796-1868) is considered the Porcelain Maker of Old Paris. These hand-painted pieces are always of great finesse.Diameter: 23.7 cm.Fast, careful and very secure shipping, free for France.