White shaving dish with blue flower from the Gien factory, Fleurette model. This Gien faience shaving dish, 'Fleurette' model, is a remarkable example of 19th century French craftsmanship. The 'Fleurette' pattern is one of the most iconic patterns of the Gien faience factory and is still appreciated for its elegance and simplicity. This piece is in good condition, and it retains its original mark on the base. As a rare and sought-after collector's piece, it can add value and beauty to any collection. If you are a collector of fine porcelain, or if you are looking to add a unique and elegant piece to your home decor, this Gien faience shaving dish, 'Fleurette' model, is an excellent choice. Its timeless design and quality craftsmanship make it a remarkable collector's item and a magnificent decorative piece. The 'Fleurette' model is one of the iconic patterns of the Gien faience factory. It was created in 1875 and is still in production today. This pattern is very popular for its elegance and simplicity, with its small delicate and colorful flowers. In good condition 19th century Dimensions: 30.5cm x 21cm height: 6.5cm A male toiletry item, shaving dishes have a specific bowl shape. The notch at the bottom, called the chin rest, allowed the barber to place the dish under the customer's chin to collect the shaved beard hairs and the foam. These objects are sometimes provided with one or two cavities on the rim, one to lather the soap and the other to receive the ball which was placed between the jaw and the cheek to stretch the skin and facilitate shaving. A shaving dish is an object used by barbers in the 18th and 19th centuries. Generally made of silverware, copper, porcelain or earthenware, the shaving dish was often richly decorated. Equipped with a ring fixed on one edge or with holes, it could be hung on a wall or in a piece of furniture. It was also stored after use in a piece of furniture called a barber's table. A small hollow sometimes presented on one side of the dish could either allow it to be held with a thumb or accommodate a boxwood ball or a spoon. This very original accessory was placed in the customer's mouth in order to round out the customer's cheek to make shaving the beard easier. Indeed, many men of the time were missing teeth and hollow cheeks made shaving dangerous. Subtype:Dish Material:Earthenware Origin:France Style:Napoleon III Type:Display object, Decorative