Q: We’d like some information about Lorraine Sarreguemines pottery. We have many pieces and are trying to decide whether to sell them or buy more to complete the set.
A: Porcelain was made in Sarreguemines, Lorraine, France, beginning about 1775. Transfer-printed wares and majolica were made in the 19th century. The 19th-century pieces, most often found today, usually have colorful transfer-printed decorations showing peasants in local costumes. Used dinnerware is difficult to sell. Some resale shops won’t even take it. If you decide to add to your set, you should look online for a china matching service.