Occupying an entire city block along the Rue de Rivoli in Paris, Au Bûcheron became the largest furniture store in France. Founded in 1849 by Jules-Ferdinand Jacquemart and Gustave Chaix d'Est-Ange, the store became a benchmark for high-quality French design, craftsmanship, and refined living. It defined Paris in the Belle Époque.

Au Bûcheron was known for its 918-page illustrated catalog. It provided detailed descriptions of each offering, along with color illustrations. Customers could see the products before buying them. I was fortunate enough to find four ironstone transferware raviers marked with this history.

The oblong shape of these ravier dishes makes them perfect for serving olives, cornichons, and hors d'oeuvres. But they can also hold madeleines for tea. Why not use them for serving a first course or a light lunch?

This rare set is in cream with a blue transferware pattern with the sweetest of birds. All four dishes are without cracks or chips to their rims. Just a wonderful patina you expect from authentic transferware pieces. Besides, the little bird steals the show ;)

Transferware brings timeless elegance, effortless beauty, and unique French charm to every table. 

The price is for the entire set of dishes.

9 1/2 inches (24 cm) in length

5 inches (13 cm) across the middle