NEVERS. Revolutionary plate with contoured rim and polychrome decoration, in the centre, of a soldier standing guard, his weapon on his shoulder, surrounded by two trees, the inscription "Le Bonheur de la République" ("The Happiness of the Republic"). Late 18th century. (Chips on the rim.) Diameter: 22 cm. Provenance: - Label from the P.M. Sestié collection. Bibliography: - Cf.: sale by P.M. Sestié, Faïences et objets révolutionnaires, p. 125, no. 255. Expert: Manuela Finaz de Villaine