This vintage set of faience toiletware from lunéville bears the mark "k and g france." it is the iris model.It shows some signs of use (a few chips on the edge of the bowl) which you can appreciate by zooming in on the photos.The pitcher is slightly darker than the bowl.It is from the art deco period with still beautiful art nouveau influences.This very authentic set will work wonders in a rural cottage or a guest room.Ref.: wrve173e.Dimensions: h26 X w24 X d34.Color: multicolor.Materials: ceramic, porcelain, and faience style: art deco.The art nouveau movement, which flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, embraced organic forms and intricate designs inspired by nature.You can see these influences in the graceful curves and floral motifs of the iris model.As for art deco, it emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, characterized by geometric shapes, streamlined forms, and a more modern aesthetic.While this set is primarily art deco, it still retains echoes of the earlier art nouveau style, blending the two seamlessly.In terms of use, this toiletware set would have been a luxurious addition to a household during the early to mid-20th century.Such sets were not only functional but also decorative, often displayed prominently in bathrooms or powder rooms to showcase the homeowner's taste and sophistication.