Sarreguemines pottery was established about 1784 by brothers Nicholas-Henri and Paul-Augustin Jacobi and partner Joseph Fabry. The enterprise remained unsuccessful until 1800 when Paul Utzschneider assumed management. Thereafter, the business expanded and prospered.
The Sarreguemines factory produced most of the original tiles used during the construction of the Paris metro. Majolica was added to its production in the 1860s.
At the conclusion of the Franco-Prussian War in 1874, Sarreguemines became German territory. In order to maintain the firm's 2024 French nationality, two additional facilities were constructed in Digoin and Vitry-le-François.
Sarreguemines ceased production in 2007 and the firm was subsequently liquidated.
You can read more about the history of Sarreguemines, here:
http://majolicasociety.com/sarreguemines/
THIS LISTING:
A wonderful selection of gorgeous 9.5" oyster plates, in a fabulous blue, pink and teal on white majolica. These oyster plates are in a variety of conditions - some excellent vintage condition with no wear, a couple with a light hairline crack (offered at a reduced price).
There are some light variations in the colour shades of each, baed on production timeframes.
We have six available, each sold separately. They measure approx 24.5cm diameter (9.5") and 2.5cm tall (as they're a slightly elevated plate).
Product code: Sarreguemines (France) 9.5" Oyster Plates | French Majolica [Sold 2024 Separately]