Compote dish, antique earthenware Terre de Fer.

Antique faience, Lyonnais model from the H. Boulenger factory dated between 1880 and 1910. Creamy white ceramic with blue/green decorations, friezes depicting flowering branches and small birds. "Terre de Fer" is a term designating a type of fine faience that appeared in France in the late 18th century and is recognized for its durability. Footed plate, compote dish, or biscuit plate in very good condition. No chips, with some brown marks inside the plate, and discreet glaze cracks throughout the compote dish, normal signs of aging. Max diameter 25 cm. Base diameter 12 cm. Height: 13 cm.