Villeroy & Boch, a German company, was founded in 1748 in Lorraine, France, by François Boch. Later, a factory was established in Luxembourg. With the support of the Habsburg family, it developed as a purveyor to the royal court. In 1836, it merged with the Villeroy family, who were rivals in pottery production, and established its headquarters in Germany, becoming Villeroy & Boch. Combining their strengths, they were among the first to industrialize production, becoming one of the world's three major porcelain companies, alongside Meissen and Royal Copenhagen. Currently, it is a German porcelain company headquartered in Mettlach. Size: 16.5cm x 5cm ---Please Read Carefully--- Antique and vintage items that have survived for decades or even centuries carry the character of time. The condition varies, depending on whether they were used with care or stored unused for many years. There may be scratches or discoloration, but we hope you will consider these as unique characteristics and use them with affection. The condition of the items is shown in the photos, but there may be oversights regarding damage. If you have any questions about the condition of the items, please feel free to contact us.