Gien Pottery was founded in 1821 in Gien, a small town in the Loiret region of France. The original factory was established to produce faience, a type of glazed earthenware, which was in high demand during the 19th century.

In the early years, Gien Pottery was known for producing simple, functional pieces, such as plates and bowls, but as the company grew and evolved, it began to produce more elaborate and decorative pieces, such as vases and figurines. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Gien Pottery became known for its intricate and ornate designs, which were inspired by a range of styles, including Art Nouveau and Art Deco.

One of the hallmarks of Gien Pottery is its use of transfer printing, a technique that allows for the precise replication of intricate designs on ceramics. This technique allowed Gien Pottery to produce large numbers of pieces with the same more...

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A Gien France 'Oiseaux De Paradis' suite of ceramics,…

Gien France 'Oiseaux De Paradis' Ceramic Suite: Plates & Trays

A Gien France 'Oiseaux De Paradis' suite of ceramics, comprising, Three large plates, Seven medium plates, diameter 22.5 cm, Three small plates, A graduating pair of serving trays,

A set of eighteen majolica plates by Gien, French, early 20th…

Gien Majolica Plates Set, French Early 20th Century

A set of eighteen majolica plates by Gien, French, early 20th century, in emerald glazes moulded with leaf and trellis border designs, stamped to bases, 21.5 cm diameter

A collection of small dishes including Limoges & Gien

French Dish Collection

A collection of small dishes including Limoges & Gien

A collection of eight vintage Gien faience oyster plates,…

Vintage Gien Faience Oyster Plates - Set of 8

A collection of eight vintage Gien faience oyster plates, 1971-1984 period, moulded creamy white plates each with six wells for oysters and a central well for a lemon wedge; backstamp of period underside, diameter 25 cm

Gien French porcelain ewer with mythological figures, 20th…

Gien French Porcelain Ewer with Mythological Figures

Gien French porcelain ewer with mythological figures, 20th century, stamped 'Gien, France',24 cm high

Thirteen French black & white plates including Gien & Geoffroy…

French B&W Plates (1834-1844) with Medaille Exposition

Thirteen French black & white plates including Gien & Geoffroy de Boulen, 1834-1844, includes medaille exposition plates

A Gien Pottery jardiniere, early 20th century, the large ovoid…

Gien Pottery Jardiniere with Trailing Flowers & Gilt Basket Weave

A Gien Pottery jardiniere, early 20th century, the large ovoid pot with slip applied trailing flowers and stems in colours, and gilt upon a basket weave textured cream ground, painted Gien mark, underside, height 25 cm, diameter 34 cm

A faience jardiniere by Gien, circa 1900, with export stamp, of…

Gien Faience Jardiniere with Ottoman Floral Decoration

A faience jardiniere by Gien, circa 1900, with export stamp, of compressed ovoid form with bold twin entwined dolphin handles and a profusion of ottoman style floral decoration in blue and terracotta colours, backstamp underside, height 21 cm, width 45 cm…

A Gien 'Oiseaux De Pardis' dinner service, French 20th century…

Gien 'Oiseaux De Pardis' Dinner Service - 24 cm High

A Gien 'Oiseaux De Pardis' dinner service, French 20th century the tureen 24 cm high, 33 cm diameter

A collection of nine plates: French faience and other, 19th…

19th Century French Faience and Other Plates Collection

A collection of nine plates: French faience and other, 19th century, Creil et Montereau, Gien, Hb Choisy le Roy; and other, five Creil et Montereau faience lead glazed earthenware plates in grisaille depicting history subjects; two faience story plates by…

Vintage French Gien dessert /cheese / sandwich service in sage…

French Chateau Dessert/Sandwich Service by Gien

Vintage French Gien dessert /cheese / sandwich service in sage depicting French Chateau, 30 cm diameter and smaller (13)

French Gien series plates in black & white, each 20 cm diameter…

Black & White Gien Plates Set (18)

French Gien series plates in black & white, each 20 cm diameter (18)

A set of six 'Pierre Frey of Paris' faience dinner plates for…

Pierre Frey Faience Dinner Plates Set

A set of six 'Pierre Frey of Paris' faience dinner plates for Gien, modern era, the fine boxed set comprising 'Fayence' botanical specimens in complementary maroon, plum and beige hues on cream, with green bordered scalloped rims; backstamps underside,…

Nine 'Pierre Frey of Paris' faience table wares for Gien,…

Pierre Frey Faience Table Wares for Gien

Nine 'Pierre Frey of Paris' faience table wares for Gien, modern era, comprising a large salad bowl, teapot, two small dishes and a beaker in 'Clematites' design, the two small dishes additionally marked 'Meilleurs Voeux 2007'; and a large chocolate cup…

Four large 'Les Grands Oiseaux' plates by Gien of France,…

Gien Handpainted Faience Plates with Birds (9 words)

Four large 'Les Grands Oiseaux' plates by Gien of France, modern era, faience handpainted dinner plates including 'Grue' number 16, 'Heron' number 11, 'Becasse' number 12, 'Grue Cendree' number 13, with original presentation boxes and associated paperwork…

Six Gien Artichoke plates, d. 24 cm

Set of 6 Artichoke Plates, 24cm

Six Gien Artichoke plates, d. 24 cm

Two handpainted signed Gien plates

Handpainted Gien Plates - Signed Pair

Two handpainted signed Gien plates

A stylish fourteen piece fish decorated ceramic dinner service…

Gien Fish Ceramic Dinner Set - 14 Pieces

A stylish fourteen piece fish decorated ceramic dinner service by Gien, stamped French circa 1960, comprising twelve plates, a large platter and a dish

A nine piece turquoise glazed faience oyster set by Gien,…

Gien Turquoise Oyster Set - 9 Pieces

A nine piece turquoise glazed faience oyster set by Gien, French 19th century, one platter 33 cm Diameter, eight plates 24.5 cm diameter

Five Gien Paris scenic plates

Gien Paris Scenic Plates Collection

Five Gien Paris scenic plates

A Gien platter, a rustic wine cooler, and one other, mid 20th…

Mid-century Gien Platter, Wine Cooler & Cup

A Gien platter, a rustic wine cooler, and one other, mid 20th century, the majolica Gien platter with a typical blue and amber gold toned border with scrolling leaves and shell forms, the oval wine cooler with a crenellated rim, freely painted with…

Blue and white French Musee International De La Chasse Gien…

French Hunting Museum Gien Dessert Plates

Blue and white French Musee International De La Chasse Gien France dessert plates

Blue and white French Musee international de La Chasse Gien…

French Hunting Museum Dessert Plates

Blue and white French Musee international de La Chasse Gien France dessert plates

A Gien faience ewer, circa 1960s-70s, the lobed pear shaped…

Gien Faience Ewer with Mermen and Figures

A Gien faience ewer, circa 1960s-70s, the lobed pear shaped ewer with a scrolled handle in typical faience style in ochre, yellow, green and deep blue, hand decorated with mermen and figures with arabesques and a central cartouche enclosing a cupid;…

A Gien faience fruit bowl, 1971-1984, the lobed bowl in typical…

Gien Faience Fruit Bowl with Hand-painted Mermen and Cupid

A Gien faience fruit bowl, 1971-1984, the lobed bowl in typical faience style in ochre, yellow, green and deep blue, hand decorated with mermen and figures with arabesques and a central cartouche enclosing a cupid; backstamped underside. Height 18.5 cm.…

Set of twelve French Gien Napoleon campaign plates, approx 20…

French Gien Napoleon Campaign Plates (Set of 12)

Set of twelve French Gien Napoleon campaign plates, approx 20 cm diameter (12)

A large Gien faience salver, 1970-1984, in typical faience…

Gien Faience Salver with Mermen and Cupid

A large Gien faience salver, 1970-1984, in typical faience style in ochre yellow, green and deep blue and hand decorated with mermen and figures with arabesques and other fantastic creatures, with a central cartouche enclosing a cupid; backstamp of period…

A Gien faience plaque, circa 1900, with marks post 1886, having…

Gien Faience Plaque with Cobalt Border and Central Scene

A Gien faience plaque, circa 1900, with marks post 1886, having a central scene, 'Vue de Gien' in grisaille surrounded by a rich cobalt border decorated with arabesques, mascarons and putti riding fantastic sea creatures in ochre tonings; backstamped…

A Gien faience plaque, late 20th century, with marks for post…

Hand-painted Gien Faience Plaque with Mermen and Cupid

A Gien faience plaque, late 20th century, with marks for post 1989, in typical faience style in ochre yellow, green and deep blue and hand decorated with mermen and figures with arabesques and a central cartouche enclosing a cupid; backstamped underside.…

Antique French Gien faience pottery jug handpainted. 23 cm high

Handpainted French Gien Faience Pottery Jug - 23cm

Antique French Gien faience pottery jug handpainted. 23 cm high

French Gien faience porcelain vase. Decorated with mythical…

French Gien Faience Porcelain Vase with Mythical Figures

French Gien faience porcelain vase. Decorated with mythical figures, flowers and armorials on a deep blue ground with handles moulded with leaves on a circular base. Bears original paper label. 54 cm high.