This porcelain finger plate (push plate) once adorned a French door, bringing both protection and beauty to the threshold.

Decorated with a bold transfer-printed bouquet in cobalt blue, the plate blends practicality with charm. Finger plates like this became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when even the smallest details of a home reflected taste and refinement. Mounted to the door with simple screws, they protected the wood from marks while quietly elevating the interior.

The crisp blue-on-white palette recalls traditional faïence and feels at home in both rustic French country settings and elegant townhouses. Whether reused for its original purpose, incorporated into a restoration project, or displayed as a decorative fragment of architectural history, it brings a note of authenticity and character.

Why it matters: Architectural antiques are valued for their ability to carry the past into the present. A single surviving finger plate like this offers both decorative impact and historic interest — a small piece of French domestic life, preserved.

Dimensions: approx. 7” x 2” (standard size)
Condition: Very good antique condition; small traces of wear around mounting holes; transfer decoration remains crisp and clear.

⚠️ Château Policy – This piece is timeless, not flawless and has been collected with care:
🇫🇷 Vintage and antique items will show the natural patina and wear of their age.
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