I can only go so long before I start to miss setting my table with some brown transferware. And ma petite vache, my little cow, is the center of my tablescape today. Maybe I was influenced by the field of cattle I walked through today in the spring-like weather. Or perhaps it was simply that I had no flowers to easily center the table. But cows it is.
To accent spring I have added some vintage botanicals for place cards next to my airiest transferware plates. Fabric rose napkin rings decorate the glassware.
I'm not an expert, but I was told this pattern is Fostoria. Anybody know?
This lidded butter dish is one of my favorites.
As is this lidded vegetable tureen with more cows.
Whimsy is not my first impulse, but this little cow won me over.
Ironstone butter pats in sterling silver balance each other.
Inner detail.
Rim detail.
Everyday white china serves as a charger.
Vintage damask napkins and Wallace flatware.
PotteryBarn dipping bowls hold oversize tea lights, also from PB.
Ready for dessert.
Thanks for your visit!
Ciao! for now!
Jacqueline
I'm linked to Between Naps on the Porch for
Tablescape Thursday,
My Romantic Home for Show & Tell Friday,
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
OMG, you had me at French country and cow. You have the prettiest things and always show it off so well.
ReplyDeleteI love all your brown transferware and of course I love me some cows.... utterly adorable!
ReplyDeleteThis is just gorgeous!! I love your dishes and just everything on your table. It looks so understated and elegant. Just the right amount of dishes. So pretty. The glasses do resemble Fostoria and I am not an expert either. KS
ReplyDeleteYour glassware is Fostoria in the American pattern. I inherited about 100 pieces of the Fostoria American from my mother. It dates primarily from the late 30's to 40's. You've set a gorgeous table, as always. Sally
ReplyDeleteA great table. I love the theme! and I adore brown transfer. I spotted the little black and white cow right away. Cute cute!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful table setting with all the neutral browns and creams....love the cows also:)
ReplyDeleteKathleen
Your transferware and silver are so beautiful! Wonderful table!
ReplyDeleteHi Jacqeline,
ReplyDeleteLovely! So much details! Love your covered veggie dish, those roses...ahhh! Your sparling freshly polished silver makes me feel like a slacker:-)
Glad you had a lovely springy day!
Bella
Beautiful pieces of brown transferware. The glassware does look like Fostoria American.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I kept scrolling up and down. Each image is sheer delight. Love all the brown transfer ware, but the images of the cows and that little cow on the butter dish are truly making my heart sing. Thank you for sharing this beautiful post. ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteYou know I'd be over here slobbering all over your tablescape. i.love.that.cow.dish.
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Debra
OH this is gorgeous...I love the cow tureen, and the butter pats in the silver...perfect!
ReplyDeleteSince I've been visiting and enjoying your blog for a long time, I thought I should finally let you know! I think my first visit was when you redid your sideboard and I was hooked instantly! Wish I could come over and play with your toys!
ReplyDeleteSherry in Little Rock
Absolutely love the little bovine theme with the brown transferware. The whimsical black/white cow was a fun additive! Lovely table, as always...
ReplyDeleteSue
Me goodness did you make those rose napkins thaey are beautiful...please tell me how!! I love the little cloack tealight holders they are so cute, where did you get them from? some beautiful photos :)
ReplyDeleteThe photography is amazing. I just love the transferware! My heart skipped a beat at the Wallace flatware and damask napkins too! What a wonderful table.
ReplyDeleteall so beautiful. But what struck me the most was that fork on the elegant crisp white napkin. Just perfect!
ReplyDeleteLove the brown transferware and the cows lend a lovely touch to a beautiful table~ ;-)
ReplyDeleteThis is stunning. You really are on top of things with the well polished silver and crisply ironed linen. Beautiful. The cows rock my world.
ReplyDeleteLinda @ A Toile Tale
Absolutely breathtaking table, photographed beautifully.
ReplyDeleteJacqueline, your table looks elegant and lovely. All of your special touches create overall wonder.
ReplyDeleteGorgeousssssssssssssssssssssssss!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, beautiful, sweet and romantic! I love your transfer china, the lidded butter dish it's a treasure! Everything is perfect and elegant at the same time. I have a dog collection, I just saw yours, wish I had them all, they're sooo cute! The glasses look Fostoria, I have a friend who has some just like it and they're Fostoria.
ReplyDeleteI'm your newest follower, please come and visit my Asian Tablescape this Thursday...you're very welcome and I hope you follow me too.
XOXO
FABBY
YOur table is just gorgeous! Love all your transferware and especially the cow themed ones. Such lovely sepia tones. Very romantic and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely table! The brown transferware is so pretty -- and I can see why that cow butter dish charmed you! I love the embroidered napkins you included -- they add a wonderful touch!
ReplyDeleteI love all the cows and the sepia setting for you photos was a lovely idea.
ReplyDeleteLovely as usual... is always such a pleasure coming here!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed weekend!
Cielo
Gorgeous tablescape! You have so many beautiful things.
ReplyDeleteAgain a simply beautiful tablescape-love the cows!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
I always enjoy looking at your finished tabelscapes. I really like all your cow accessories - so cute.
ReplyDeleteHi Jacqueline,
ReplyDeleteSo nice to hear from you! I appreciate your kind comments on my Juliet post. I look at your tablescape almost every week because it's like looking at a magazine. Such beautiful still shots and I love your vintage items. If we are ever in your area, I would love to visit your store. As usual, your Little French Country Table did not disappoint. I really adore the lidded butter dish and vegetable tureen. The brown cow transferware is beautiful. I'm going to sign up to be a follower on your blog.
Denise
It is Fostoria American..
ReplyDeleteMy daughter collects that pattern and has about 200 pieces. Fortunately for me, she likes the little pieces pretty well ;^) There are some $$$ in the big stuff!
Thanks for posting your pretty things,
J
I love those dishes!! They are just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteJacquline,
ReplyDeleteYour brown and white tablescape is elegantly presented. That little silver butter pat holder really caught my eye! Your photography makes me feel as if I'm and invited guest ask to linger long after the party's over. Thank you for such a lovely post!
Fondly,
Pat
Brown Transferware does grow on you, doesn't it?
ReplyDeleteI have a handful of pieces...
http://jeanneselep.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-hutch-display.html
Oh love that transferware!!! The cow is especially charming- what great pieces you have! So pretty! Thanks for sharing this at my party this week! :)
ReplyDeletetreasuresFebruary 20, 2011 at 5:22 PM
Just beautiful, as always. Love French Country, toile and transferware.
ReplyDelete~ Julie
You may not know Fostoria, but you have a gifted eye for brown and cream transferware...just beautiful! Any number of makers make/made the quilted glassware, but there is definitely a way to identify the Fostoria. Fostoria is made in a three-part mold, so it will have three seams visible when you look down inside the goblet. If it doesn't have three mold seams, it is not Fostoria. A really good antiques dealer taught me that. Thanks for sharing your lovely design. Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteTHIS is gorgeous! I LOVE brown & white/off white china...especially vintage...especially in candle light. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI've enjoyed finding your blog. I hope you will visit Marmee's Pantry when you get a moment.
Blessings from Ohio...Kim<><
Jacqueline, I'm visiting some of my favorite "bookmarked" posts this morning as I enjoy a cup of coffee. Taking in all the exquisite details of this table top and wishing it were right here on the table on my terrace. ;-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this brown beauty. ~ Sarah