These are 'ear bowls'. The typical French breakfast bowls. These are used on a daily basis in my kitchen. They are Quimper pottery, for the most part depicting traditional Breton costumes. A little while back, MB bought a Quimper piece (see it here) so this post is for her!
Here's a bit more of my collection!
This last one is a Celtic cross. 
Quimper faïence has existed since the end of the 17th century. These are all pieces by Henriot manufacture. Unfortunately, just this month, their dire financial situation has been made public. I hope, hope, hope that this tradition of hand made pottery isn't going to die... or worse... be transferred to China.Happy weekend!
Oi, from what I see here of its creations, it would be a crying shame to lose Henriot.
RépondreSupprimerThe ear bowls are so pretty, each one.
Thanks Ciel. these are so lovely. I have some similar small bowls but not HB stuff. You have a nice collection. I will be on the lookout for more. I see I need to put proper lightening on things when I take a picture.
RépondreSupprimerKem-pair! MB
These bowls are really nice!
RépondreSupprimerGod bless you!
Cezar
Lots of beautiful items there. I agree to lose this company would be a great loss...so few local craftspeople left!
RépondreSupprimerYou'd laugh if you saw what we use for breakfast bowls! So I'm not gonna show you!
oh my they are each so charming. I never knew about them. i can see how they make breakfast a sweet experience!
RépondreSupprimerLovely pottery :) I cross my fingers for their continuance!
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