ÉMILE TESSIER pitcher w/ fleur de Lys - Small 7½"

This classic and charming French Émile Tessier pitcher is decorated with fleur de Lys motifs. Perfect for sweet floral arrangements in a powder bath or for use in the kitchen. Émile Tessier (1887-1971) was a well-known ceramist from Malicorne, Sarthe in the North of France. He lived through two world wars and the German occupation. He was raised surrounded by potters and ceramists and eventually established his own atelier. He was inspired by ancient pottery and became well known for pure white pieces with decoration in relief including twisted motifs, the Fleur de Lys, animals, flowers and foliage.