Plate 1783 - 1793

This French porcelain plate, crafted by Levavasseur between 1783 and 1793, features a delicate design of birds perched on a tree branch, surrounded by stylized foliage and flowers. The plate's rim displays a decorative, scalloped edge. The use of blue and white on a white porcelain ground is characteristic of 18th-century French ceramics, demonstrating the intricate craftsmanship of the period. The plate, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a prime example of the artistry and elegance of French decorative arts.