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Sunshine and Flower Crowns ── Hand-Painted Tableware to Brighten Your Spring and Summer

The sunlight in Kobe is gradually growing brighter, and there's a hint of early summer in the air. As if to match this fresh season, some wonderful tableware has arrived from France.

The stars of this lineup are the "hand-painted" and "stenciled" plates, which convey the artisan's touch directly. Unlike the perfect uniformity of today, each piece possesses a warm character, as if it breathes individually.

Saint-Amand Garlands Adorned with Memories of the Field

First, we'd like to introduce the "No. 355" series from the Saint-Amand faience factory. The small pink flowers encircling the rim of the plates are like a flower crown woven by children in a meadow.

As you gaze at them, you can feel the rhythm of the artisans carefully applying each stroke of color. The subtle variations in brushwork and overlapping colors are a testament to handmade craftsmanship. Their simple yet gentle beauty seems to bring a moment of calm to your busy daily meals.

Vitamin-Colored Stencils Evoking the South of France

Meanwhile, the "Bizerte" series from the HBCM (Creil et Montereau) factory features eye-catching vitamin colors. The oranges and greens, reminiscent of sun-drenched fruits from the South of France, are perfect for the coming season.

The stencil technique, where color is applied using a template, gives these pieces a nostalgic yet modern feel. We hope you'll enjoy a fresh start to your day by serving breakfast croissants or colorful fruits on them.

"Amélie" for a Gentle Everyday Life

And then there's "Amélie" from Moulin Des Loups. On a soft, creamy background, freely drawn floral patterns bloom. The brown line coloring the rim gently tightens the overall look.

These pieces have been carefully passed down through the turbulent mid-20th century. From items with almost no signs of use to those with beautiful "crazing" that marks the passage of time, all possess the deep charm unique to vintage items.

Tableware is more than just a tool; it sets the mood and atmosphere of the day. All these items are of a convenient size, so please find your "favorite" to share this spring and summer with.

May the coming season be filled with light and wonder for all of you.

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