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Grandmere1 Feb 19th, 2005 06:47 AM

Faience/pottery in Normandy?
 
Are there any towns/villages in Normandy that are known for faience, similar to Quimper in Brittany, Moustiers in Provence, etc.?

Michael Feb 19th, 2005 06:52 AM

If I remember the explanation correctly, Quimper is an amalgam and adapation of different designs, including Rouen. So maybe Rouen pottery is still produced.

tomboy Feb 19th, 2005 07:36 AM

We bought a very nice piece (which looks like a fruit arrangement) in a shop (with lots of it) in St. Remy du Provence, but of course that's not in Normandy. PS my wife chose it

cigalechanta Feb 19th, 2005 08:13 AM

grandmere1, in and around Rouen are potters. In Rouen there is a Monsieur Augy who allows you to tour his studio.

cigalechanta Feb 19th, 2005 08:16 AM

Forgot to post his address: 29 rue St Romain and he is closed(or was)on Sundays.

Underhill Feb 19th, 2005 09:42 AM

we saw beautiful local pottery in the gift shop at the abbaye in le bec helouin; even gave in to temptation and brought a small covered jar home.

Underhill Feb 19th, 2005 09:46 AM

meant to add that the pottery i bought was similar to that of moustiers but quite different from the quimper style--more delicate and elegant.

Grandmere1 Feb 20th, 2005 05:38 PM


Thank you for the specific recommendations, Mimi and Underhill. And for your historical perspective, Michael. It sounds as though I'll find some local faience in Rouen or somewhere along the way in our travels.



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