{"product_id":"french-children-porcelain-warming-plate-w-kittens-circa-1950-7","title":"French Children Porcelain Warming Plate w\/ Kittens circa 1950 - 7\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA charming French warming plate from the 1950s, crafted in white porcelain with a double-walled reservoir closed by a gilt brass duck-form stopper. The center is decorated with a delightful scene of two playful kittens tumbling around a ball and spool, framed by a broad gilt rim that catches the light. The porcelain remains in very good condition with a bright glaze and no visible chips or cracks. The duck stopper shows rubbing to the gilding from years of use, and the original cork has been replaced with a later repair that fits securely and functions well.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOriginally made for French nurseries, warming plates were filled with hot water through the opening to keep a child’s meal warm. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eToday, beyond its decorative charm, it would make an irresistible little plate for a beloved cat companion, perfectly echoing the mischievous kittens painted at its center. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 3¼\" high x 7\" diameter    \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 8cm high x 18cm diameter  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52922287325522,"sku":"24088","price":292.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC06877_061578f6-9344-4ac5-89f7-e77c6756e4e3.jpg?v=1773249006","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/french-children-porcelain-warming-plate-w-kittens-circa-1950-7","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}