19th Century Gien Faience Blue & White Russian Armorial Plate with Unicorn Supporters Vintage

19th Century Gien Faience Blue & White Russian Armorial Plate with Unicorn Supporters VintageItem: 19th Century Gien Faience Blue & White Russian Armorial Plate with Unicorn Supporters Additional Description: A striking antique French faience plate attributed to Faencerie de Gien, decorated in deep cobalt blue transfer on a white glazed ground. The plate features an elaborate border of floral sprays, scrollwork, ribboned reserves, and lattice pattern detailing, surrounding a dramatic central armorial crest. The center displays a crowned

Electroplated silver (EP) over base metal

centered with a blank cartouche that was originally intended for a monogram

Hanging loop

Elias Muller received permission from Count Harrach to operate the glassworks

)” — referencing the original design source

Arched support stand and hanging rink - dual purpose

circa 1860–1880

or broader Himalayan artistic traditions

Photographs are not included

and surface patina consistent with age and use

Sold luxury goods and art supplies so the world panel likely originated from Le Petit St Thomas because is merged with Bon Marche in mid-19th c (1860s-70s)

particularly as interest in traditional European design motifs—like the fleur-de-lis—resurged in home décor