Quimper Pattern

Throughout the years, the artists at the various Faïenceries in Quimper have produced a variety of patterns, the most famous of which is the petit Breton motif with the beloved Breton man and woman.

Today, Henriot Quimper produces a standard collection which includes:

Henriot

In 1884, when Jules Henriot inherited the Dumaine factory, he undertook to expand the factory and began producing the tradition “petit Breton” designs. This factory was known as HR or Henriot Quimper. This signature pattern featuring the Breton peasants and floral patterns with a rim of pure yellow became known as Henriot and was immediately popular and remains the most popular design today.

Campagne

The Henriot pattern was soon followed by “Campagne” which was a very similar pattern featuring the Breton peasants, but used a different color pattern of creams, reds and blues.

Soleil Yellow

The Henriot factory started producing the iconic Soleil Yellow pattern in the 1920’s and 1930’s. This line was primarily developed for the export market to America for large, high end department stores such as Macy’s and Ogilvy’s of New York. The pattern is distinct for its bright yellow background glaze and hand-painted, peasant-themed motifs and often featured octagonal shapes items. This line was discontinued around 2018.

Corbeille Rose

Henriot Quimper introduced the Corbeille Rose pattern in the 1920s. The pattern, which translates as "Pink Basket", features a signature cream background, floral motifs, and an urn or basket of roses. This pattern saw widespread production and popularity throughout the 1930s.

Mistral Blue

Quimper officially introduced the Mistral Blue pattern in 1988. The iconic design was like Soleil Yellow but featured a blue palette with a blue floral rim, lattice details and the Breton man or woman on octagonal shaped objects.  Discontinued around 2018. 

Camaieu

Henriot Quimper originated the Camaieu pattern in the 1960’s. The pattern, which features a monochrome (single-color) floral bouquet with pastel brushstrokes, is most commonly produced in either Camaieu Blue or Camaieu Pink, though Green was also used.

Fleuri Royal

HB-Henriot introduced the Fleuri Royal pattern in the 1960’s. The pattern was designed to showcase the factory’s legendary brushwork and sponging which were used to paint the flowers. Each piece has its own personality as each piece is painted according to the artist’s inspiration.  

Jardin d’ete

In 1986, Ceramic painter Philippe Lalys created Jardin d’ete “Summer Garden” for Henriot Quimper, as an updated version of 19^th century folk-motifs. The pattern features a dear bird, perched upon his bath surrounded by his summer garden, all set upon a light blue setting.

Tradition

The Tradition pattern was introduced by Henriot Quimper in 1992. Harkening back to the “Traditional” pattern, Tradition featured the beloved Breton peasants but with a more elaborate depiction with more complex patterns and floral borders.

Escale

Taking inspiration of the coastal lifestyle of Brittany, Henriot Quimper released the Escale pattern in 2011. This modern coastal décor features a sailing motif.

Savoureuses Couleurs d'été" (also known as "Happy Fish")

Further delving into their seaside heritage, HB-Henriot Quimper introduced the "Savoureuses Couleurs d'été" (also known as "Happy Fish") pattern in 2012. The collection features a vibrant, whimsical aesthetic, depicting colorful fish in a playful style that breaks from traditional floral and historical Breton motifs.