The Cornflower Saucière
The Cornflower Saucière
Found at a market in Amiens, northern France. An antique French gravy boat with its underplate attached — the classic saucière form, where the fixed stand catches every drip. Made in terre de fer around 1880–1920, unmarked, likely from one of the faienceries of northern or eastern France.
The glaze carries a warm, buttery cream tone, and a garland of small blue cornflower-like sprigs runs along the scalloped rim and the stand below. No chips or cracks — just natural patina, with soft tea-toned staining inside the boat and light wear along the rims. The small hole in the base is a factory vent from production.
Measurements: Length 25 cm (9.8 in) · Width 15 cm (5.9 in) · Height 9 cm (3.5 in)
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