MARCEL GOUPY FOR MAISON ROUARD Part of a "Oiseau bleu" dinner service, in earthenware decorated in a central medallion with birds of paradise in branches, in shades of blue, brown and ochre, marli underlined with a plant garland, including 12 dinner plates, 7 large plates (worn), 1 large oval dish, 1 round dish, 2 small compotiers and 1 sauce boat. Signed on the back "M. Goupy et Rouart, 3 avenue de l'Opéra". Model created in 1919. Including 1 large round dish and 1 large compotier. (Wear, stains and accidents). Dinner plate: Diam. 21 cm Large plate: Diam. 24 cm Large oval dish: L. 36.5 cm - W. 28.5 cm Round dish: Diam. 29.5 cm Fruit bowl: Diam. 23 cm Gravy boat: Length 23 cm - Width 16 cm

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