It's summertime, and what better way to enjoy fresh fruit than in these pretty, inviting bowls made by La Compagnie Nationale de Porcelaine, a Vierzon factory in the early 20th century.
The Taillemite factory was founded in 1875 by François-Xavier Darmet (1843-1911), mayor of Vierzon. It was mainly his son Roger (1909-1981) who transformed it into one of the largest porcelain factories in France.
The Compagnie Nationale de Porcelaine (CNP) was set up to face up to the competition, with Établissements Taillemite working in partnership with the Saint-Genou factory (Indre) and the Jacquin factory in Vierzon.
This set comprises 8 bowls and a serving dish.