50364-Classic French antique asparagus plate

50364-Classic French antique asparagus plate This rare and beautiful plate, crafted from white porcelain, is adorned with hand-painted floral patterns and complemented by soft green edges. It is a French asparagus plate (assiette à asperges), likely made between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, blending the elegant design of the French Art Nouveau movement with the rich traditions of culinary culture. The plate’s small compartment design is both practical and unique, perfectly suited for presenting asparagus, while also serving as a versatile dish for holding cheese, desserts, or accompanying sauces. Asparagus holds a prestigious place in French culinary culture, particularly from the late 18th to the 19th century, when it became a delicacy on the tables of nobility and the middle class. The French passion for this springtime vegetable gave rise to the specialized asparagus plate. The creation of such dedicated tableware reflects the professionalization of French culinary arts and an unwavering attention to detail. From its promotion in the court of Louis XIV to the advancements in ceramic technology during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution, the asparagus plate became a symbol of wealth and taste, remaining a treasured antique in French countryside markets to this day. 數量內容content ：一個盤one plate 尺寸Size：直徑 w26 x 高H2.3 cm 重量weight ：562g 材質material : 陶瓷 ceramic 印標Hallmark：如照片as photos show 年份Year：19世紀末至20世紀初end of 19th to the beginning of the 20th century 產地From：法國France Reference code : W500604-2302 ⚠️請留意：無嗑傷、無裂縫，僅有使用痕跡。古董物件無論顏色與表面皆有歷史使用痕跡，若有任何問題，歡迎請來訊詢問。 ⚠️親愛的來自國外的朋友們，全球運輸提供安全包裝。 歡迎隨時與我們詢問運費相關事宜。 ⚠️ Please note: Antique objects have historical wear&tear of use regardless of color and surface. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. ⚠️ Dear friends from abroad, Global shipping available with secure packaging. Please feel free to contact me for inquiring the shipping