Creil Montereau Antique Tureen, French Ironstone Soupiere, Lion Head Handles collectable book More photos and video available

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* Dimensions: 7

this set has been carefully used and most pieces remain in very good to excellent condition despite their great age

(Note: I also have a pair of tureens (soupieres) in the same pattern but in shabby condition - the listing is available to view here: https://brocanteusevintage

Its large size makes this the perfect statement piece for a French vintage

Creil Montereau Antique Tureen, French Ironstone Soupiere, Lion Head Handles collectable book More photos and video availableA lion head motif and a strong earth toned palette for this very elegant French antique soup tureen ('soupiere') in navy blue and yellow ochre transferware with hand painted embellishment. Classic French vintage style with gorgeous stylised forms and wonderful molded barbotine handles in the shape of lions holding rings in their mouths. This piece is from the pattern 'Colbert' made in high quality earthenware (faience) c1890 1900 by the renowned