A fantastic pair of French compote bowls in fine porcelain, marked “À la Ville de Sèvres, Macé”, dating from the 19th century.
These pieces are characterised by their elegant simplicity, featuring delicate green fillets and an architectural design on a pedestal, reflecting the refinement of the French tradition associated with the Sèvres porcelain manufactory. The “À la Ville de Sèvres, Macé” mark, established on the Boulevard des Italiens and Rue de Choiseul in Paris, is associated with the trade and decoration of high-quality porcelain intended for the Parisian bourgeoisie of the Belle Époque.
The fruit bowls have very balanced proportions and a timeless aesthetic, capable of complementing both classic and contemporary interiors. The original purpose of these pieces was to serve sweets or fruit, a function that remains valid, though one can imagine various other uses, whether as tableware or decoration.
This is a pair that bears witness to a fantastic period of porcelain production and decoration.
Dimensions (2 pieces): 22 cm diameter, 9 cm high
Colour: White, Green and Gold
Material: Porcelaine
Condition: Excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations observed. The porcelain surfaces are clean and bright, showing almost no signs use.
