Napoleonic Porcelain Soup Plates Set of 10 by Nast with French Imperial Decoration

This set of ten beautiful French porcelain soup plates was made by Nast, the Parisian factory renowned for producing porcelain for Napoleon and his imperial court. During the Napoleonic era, the Nast factory rose to prominence with major commissions from the Imperial state and direct support from the Emperor himself. These plates were created during the height of his reign, 1800–1815, and reflect the opulent Imperial style favored during the period. Each plate features a crisp white ground bordered by rich, colorful enamel bands and classical gold motifs associated with the Napoleonic Empire. The exquisite neoclassical decoration and superb quality of the porcelain reflect Nast’s prominence among the leading French porcelain manufacturers of the Napoleonic Era of the early 19th century. These plates exemplify the elegance and symbolism of Napoleonic design, combining historical significance with timeless visual appeal. Dimensions: 9.75″ diameter Condition: Excellent Price: $3,800 Decoration: Enamel and gold Napoleonic-style border on white ground Material: Hard-paste porcelain Style: Napoleonic / Empire Origin: France Date: Circa 1800–1815