1940s Villeroy & Boch lidded soup tureen serving dish, creamware w gilt handles, V buying B Mettlach c1945-55, w France Saar Economic Union Mark

This lovely vintage Villeroy and Boch lidded soup tureen serving dish, made in creamware ironstone, features beautiful gold gilt handles and an elegant timeless design. Made in earthenware during the time of the protectorate of France c1945-55, and bearing the rare Mettlach Made in France Economic Union Mercury mark.

This beautiful piece of French serving ware is made in earthenware with a creamy white paste with gold embellishments. A perfect vintage creamware piece, in a scarce design, and in excellent condition for continued use.

Bowl diameter: 25.5 at widest point, 21cm at top rim
Width: 32 cm (at widest point including handles
Height: 20.5cm (including lid)
(All dimensions are approximate)

Condition is very good antique condition - with no cracks, or chips, glazes in excellent condition for use. Some tiny areas of loss of gilding on outer rim and lid (see photos). Light scrapes, scratches and signs of use. Light all over crazing to be expected with age of 80 years.

Displays very well with a sense of history and vintage charm - a beautiful piece of classic earthenware serve ware to use, display and enjoy!

Please ask and I'll be happy to combine shipping, or to do a special shipping quote to your overseas destination :) Please feel free to ask any questions!

FREE SHIPPING buying VIA MONDIAL RELAY to a relay point of your choosing within Metropolitan France. If you would like door-to-door shipping, please upgrade your delivery options to La Poste Chronopost.