SOLD (for YB) Vieillard Bordeaux c. 1850s French Faience Blue & White Rebus Plates - Set of 6 diner mugs I like the form of

I like the form of this one

but I found this such a striking and perfectly stark object that I could not resist it

I'm completely in love with this curious little hand-embroidered character in a traditional costume that I'd guess is Eastern European

lined up in a row

early 20th century

SOLD (for YB) Vieillard Bordeaux c. 1850s French Faience Blue & White Rebus Plates - Set of 6 diner mugs I like the form ofI really love a rebus, even if I'm not good at solving them (especially when they are in French!), and think the imagery on these is really great, so could just not resist. From what I understand, in 19th century France dessert plates like this were common, providing entertainment along with the final course after a formal meal. On the underside of the plates are the solutions to the rebuses, to be turned over to confirm success (or peek to cheat)