Paris Porcelain Plate, Guy And Housel, Early 19th Century

Delicate white porcelain plate decorated in its center with two roses bordered by foliage and surrounded by a garland and small golden leaves. The rim decoration is made up of garlands of roses and plant motifs in shades of pink, green, yellow, orange and gold.

Stamp “GH/Rue Thirioux/à Paris” on the reverse.

The Rue Thirioux factory was founded in the 1770s by André Marie Leboeuf in the then rapidly developing Chaussée d'Antin district. His work was noticed by Queen Marie-Antoinette, who decided to grant him her protection and commission several pieces for her Petit Trianon estate. He developed a production with a very flowery style, in keeping with the Queen's tastes. In 1794, Leboeuf sold his factory to Guy, who went into partnership with Housel. They chose to mark their creations with their respective initials accompanied by the mention of Rue Thirioux. The factory remained active until 1816.

Marks of use.
Good general condition.
From the early 19th century.

Dimensions:
D: 23.3 cm
H: 3 cm