Antique Plate, Decorative Plate, Gien, N114, "Jean-Jean vit le feu pour la premiere fois"

This is an antique decorative plate from the Gien manufactory.

This antique decorative plate from the Gien manufactory was produced in the first half of the 19th century.
It features beautiful monochrome grisaille painting and an elegant border decoration.
The plate is inscribed with the French phrase "Jean-Jean vit le feu pour la premiere fois," which translates literally to "Jean-Jean saw fire for the first time." The painting depicts a young man expressing surprise amidst a scene of war. Considering this inscription, it is believed to represent a young person experiencing war for the first time and being overwhelmed by its horrors.

Condition: Good condition with no chips or cracks.
Size: Diameter 20.5cm x Height 2cm
Period: 1827-1836