Collection: Quimper Pottery

Quimper is hand painted faience pottery from Brittany, with the soft creamy white glaze the town of Quimper is known for. Classic designs feature Breton figures, florals and scrolling borders, usually with a decorated rim around a central motif. This collection includes Quimper and Quimper style pieces.

Look out for marks from Henriot Quimper and HB Quimper, along with the occasional shop or export mark. Being faience, gentle glaze wear is normal and part of the appeal.

It looks wonderful on open shelves, mixed with plain white ironstone or cream ceramics so the painted motifs can do the work. We buy the pieces with strong colour and real charm, the ones you will reach for rather than lock away. Read more in French Quimper Ware: Colourful Breton Charm for a Modern Home.