{"product_id":"vintage-french-lhirondelle-porcelain-cow-cheese-dish-lidded-fromage-server","title":"Vintage French L'Hirondelle Porcelain Cow Cheese Dish – Lidded Fromage Server","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of traditional French farmhouse charm to your kitchen with this unusual vintage French porcelain cheese dish by L'Hirondelle, from Mehun-sur-Yèvre, France. Featuring a distinctive cow-shaped serving base and a removable illustrated lid, this charming piece of French brocante kitchenware is both decorative and practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glossy white porcelain base features a beautifully moulded cow's head, while the round lid is decorated with a colourful French country scene depicting a milkmaid alongside a cow. The word \"Fromage\", meaning cheese in French, completes its traditional farmhouse appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for serving and covering cheese, the round dish is particularly suited to small cheeses such as Camembert, portions of Brie and other favourite French cheeses. Its unusual design also makes it an attractive decorative piece for a rustic kitchen, country dining table or vintage porcelain collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from French porcelain, the underside bears the original L'Hirondelle manufacturer's mark, identifying Mehun-sur-Yèvre, France, together with the wording \"Spécial Lave Vaisselle\", indicating that it was originally manufactured as dishwasher-suitable tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic vintage French porcelain cheese dish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker's mark: L'Hirondelle, Mehun-sur-Yèvre, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional white glazed porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive cow-shaped serving base with sculpted head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable round porcelain cheese cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColourful French farmhouse illustration featuring a milkmaid and cow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorated with the French word \"Fromage\", meaning cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal manufacturer's stamp underneath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked \"Spécial Lave Vaisselle\" – originally dishwasher suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for serving Camembert and other small cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative and functional French country kitchenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually sourced from a French brocante market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length including handle and cow's head: 27.5cm (10.8 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall width: 17cm (6.7 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound cover diameter: 14cm (5.5 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 5cm (2 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 850g (1.87lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing Camembert, Brie portions and traditional French cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench farmhouse and rustic country kitchens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage French porcelain and ceramic collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage core and French country home décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheese boards, dining tables and entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of cow-themed kitchenware and French brocante finds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoughtful gift for cheese lovers and Francophiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuine vintage brocante find, sourced in France. 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