19th Century French Faience Blue & White Vide-Poche Dish (fretted) c.1850A charming 19th century French faience vide poche, decorated in classic blue and white with a pastoral figure beneath a tree. The moulded scalloped rim and small side handle give it that unmistakable French country character. The scene is transfer printed, surrounded by delicate floral sprays, with a simple painted decorators mark to the underside. Dating to around 18501880, this piece was likely used as a small sweetmeat dish or dressing table tray.