This oyster plate was produced by HB Quimper (Hubaudière-Bousquet), a renowned pottery workshop in Quimper, Brittany, France. The plate features the characteristic hand-painted floral designs in red, green, and blue on a cream background, with six wells designed specifically for serving oysters.

Oyster plates became popular dining accessories in the 19th century during the Victorian era when specialized tableware was highly fashionable. Collectors of French faience and culinary antiques particularly value Quimper oyster plates for their distinctive Breton folk art style, charming hand-painted details, and their connection to French gastronomic traditions. These plates represent both functional tableware and decorative art pieces that celebrate France's coastal culinary heritage.