Vintage French Bowl | Lionhead Ironstone Soup Assorted
Vintage French Bowl | Lion Head Soup Bowl from France Vintage French Bowl | Lionhead Ironstone Soup Assorted is the perfect solution for creating an inviting French-inspired table while serving soups, stews, and comfort foods with authentic European charm. These classic bowls bring history, warmth, and timeless character to everyday dining and entertaining. Perfect For: Serving French onion soup, chowders, and stews Creating a French country table setting Displaying on open shelving, hutches, or plate racks Adding to a collection of French ironstone and porcelain Style It With: Pair these vintage French bowls with pieces from our Flatware & Tableware collection and layer in complementary accents from our French Vintage Decor collection for a timeless European tablescape. These vintage French lion head soup bowls were authentically sourced from the French countryside and feature the beloved lion head handles that have become synonymous with traditional French dining. Produced by assorted makers, some examples retain impressed marks or hallmarks while others remain unmarked. Their substantial form, beautiful patina, and subtle imperfections tell the story of decades of use and enjoyment. The classic lion head design remains one of the most recognizable and sought-after forms in vintage French tableware. Whether serving a warm bowl of soup or displayed on open shelving, these pieces bring a collected, storied feel to the home. Materials: ceramic or porcelain with lion head handles Origin: France, sourced from the countryside Era: authentic vintage; assorted makers, only some pieces retain hallmarks or impressed stamps Dimensions: varies approximately 5.25-6" L x 4.25-4.5" W x 3.5-3.75" H Condition: vintage; wear consistent with age and use; patina and imperfections present (see photos); one variant has crazing and a flea bite; no chips or cracks unless specifically noted in the variant selection Use: serving soup, French onion soup, stews, decorative display Sourcing: authentically sourced from France Design Notes: classic French design with beautiful aged character and timeless appeal for both display and entertaining Each bowl is sold individually. Once sold, that exact piece will not be restocked. We regularly source French lion head bowls throughout France, but each varies slightly in maker, color, patina, and character. Explore more European finds in our New Arrivals collection or browse additional tabletop pieces in our Tabletop & Shelf Decor collection.
Specifications
- Style
- A) Pillivuyt Stamp, B) France Stamp (2 makers), C) Impressed #Stamp, D) No Stamp, E) Solid Bottom, F) Crazed/Flea Bite, G) Apilco Stamp, H) Apilco Non-Lionhead Handles
Variants (8)
- A) Pillivuyt Stamp — 39.00 USD — In stock
- B) France Stamp (2 makers) — 39.00 USD — In stock
- C) Impressed #Stamp — 39.00 USD — In stock
- D) No Stamp — 39.00 USD — In stock
- E) Solid Bottom — 39.00 USD — In stock
- F) Crazed/Flea Bite — 39.00 USD — In stock
- G) Apilco Stamp — 39.00 USD — In stock
- H) Apilco Non-Lionhead Handles — 39.00 USD — In stock
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