Desvres Commemorative Plate Boulogne International Exhibiton Fishing 1952

Desvres Commemorative Plate Boulogne International Exhibiton Fishing 1952

Commemorative plate in gilt majolica for the international exhibition of fishing in Boulogne, largest fishing port on the English channel, made by Masse Freres in Desvres in 1952. It shows a young Normande in traditionnal costume. It's stamped and signed on the back. 5 1/2" diameter. Good condition with two holes for hanging, a small chip on the back not visible in front as presented on the following pictures.

For our French-speaking friends
Coupe souvenir, en barbotine rehaussée d'or, de l'exposition internationale de la pêche en 1952 à Boulogne/mer par Massé frères à Désvres. Elle représente une boulognaise en coiffe traditionnelle. Bel état, une égrenure. Diamètre 14 cm.