Set of 6 Antique French Rubelles Majolica Fruit Plates, c. 1845

Set of 6 Antique French Rubelles Majolica Fruit Motifs – Émaux Ombrants faience majolica dessert plates from the prestigious Fabrique d'Émaux de Rubelles (near Melun, France), dating to the mid-19th century (circa 1845–1855). This highly sought-after series features botanical and fruit motifs (including embossed grapes, pears, cherries, and apples) masterfully rendered using the famous "émaux ombrants" (shaded enamels) technique—a revolutionary process pioneered and patented by Baron Charles de Bourgoing in 1841. Each plate features a beautifully sponged, tortoiseshell-marmorated brown border framing a deeply recessed central medallion. Details & Specifications: Origin: Fabrique d'Émaux de Rubelles, France. Period: Mid-19th Century (c. 1845-1855). Technique: Émaux Ombrants / Lithophanic Barbotine. Colorway: Rich tortoiseshell brown border with a luminous emerald green scenic central medallion. Quantity: Complete lot of 6 matching plates featuring various fruit motifs. Size: 20, 5 cm in diameter – Perfect size for dessert/fruit plates. Maker's Mark: Each plate is stamped on the reverse with the authentic, deeply impressed factory oval backstamp: "Fabrique de Rubelles, Brevet d'Invention, S.G.D.G." – signifying its historic patented status. Condition: In good antique condition, amazing for being nearly 175 years old! There are NO chips, NO cracks, and NO restorations. They exhibit authentic signs of age, including minor surface wear and the classic fine glaze crazing expected of mid-19th century French faience. Completely sound and beautiful. Please review all photos for full detail. - Note to Collectors: I am also selling a matching companion set of 6 antique Rubelles plates featuring beautiful landscape plates (22 cm diameter) on my Selency profile. If you are looking to expand your collection or create a larger spectacular wall display, please check my other listings. I provide tracking number.