Soup plate c. 1805

This soup plate, crafted by Dihl et Guérhard around 1805, features a delicate design of green and gold against a white porcelain backdrop. The rim is adorned with a continuous band depicting hunting and musical instruments, a popular motif in French decorative arts during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The central design is a crossed flag and branch of olive leaves, possibly representing a symbol of peace or victory. This plate is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the early 19th-century French porcelain industry and is a valuable example of decorative arts in the Neoclassical style.