A rare and collectible rectangular porcelain plaque depicting Saint Jean de Matha, co-founder of the Trinitarian Order. This finely executed portrait in underglaze cobalt blue shows the saint holding a book, draped in a traditional robe. The piece bears the inscription 'à ma fille – T. de P.' and is dated 1884, making it a valuable piece of devotional and historical significance. Marked with a heraldic shield and hand-painted signature 'T.P.'
• Origin: France
• Date: 1884
• Technique: Underglaze cobalt blue decoration
• Markings: 'à ma fille – T. de P.', shield with date 84, signature T.P.
• Dimensions: 16 × 23 cm (6.3 × 9 in)
• Condition: Very good antique condition with some age-related wear
Perfect for collectors of religious art, antique ceramics, or historical French porcelain.
