Limoges Furniture
French
Limoges porcelain has withstood the test of time for centuries. The widely cherished ceramics named for the French city and commune in which they are made are synonymous with sophistication, elegance and refinement. Today, antique Limoges dinnerware, serveware, decorative objects and other porcelain products are coveted and collected all over the world.
The story of Limoges porcelain, which refers to porcelain made in the Limoges region of France — not by a specific factory — begins in 1768. The region is a rich source of kaolin, feldspar and quartz — vital ingredients to the production of this type of pottery.
Porcelain was first made in China and spread all over the world owing to the trade routes to the Far East established by Dutch and Portuguese merchants. Given its origin, English speakers called porcelain “fine china,” an expression you still might hear today. "Fine" indeed — for over a thousand years, it has been a highly sought-after material. Meissen Porcelain (Staatliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Meissen), which was founded in the Electorate of Saxony (now Germany), is one of the preeminent porcelain factories in Europe and was the first to produce true porcelain outside of Asia.
Limoges porcelain refers to porcelain produced in and near the city of Limoges — it does not refer to a specific manufacturer — and it’s distinctive for its luminous hue and bright white qualities, providing an ideal canvas for intricately detailed hand-painted decorations. (Revered Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir began his career painting plates in Limoges.)
It wasn’t long before Limoges porcelain captured the attention of King Louis XVI — the region’s first manufactory, established toward the close of the 18th century, was placed under the protection of the King’s brother, the Comte d’Artois. It was later purchased by the King and became Manufacture Royale de Limoges. The facility produced a variety of pieces, including delicate, gold-embellished trinket boxes, ornamental vessels, Rococo-style figurines and elaborate dinnerware service sets.
Following the end of the French Revolution in 1794, Limoges porcelain was no longer restricted, and the commercial porcelain industry ballooned.
By 1819, Limoges had four porcelain factories, and as demand for porcelain grew during the 19th century, the industry expanded in the French city. In 1853, American businessman David Haviland opened the Haviland & Co. factory in Limoges to export porcelain to the United States. The company produced several iconic serveware collections for many American presidents, including Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford B. Hayes. Bernardaud opened in the early 1860s.
By 1900, Limoges had 35 factories, which employed close to 8,000 workers. In 1925, Limoges porcelain was shown at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts — the design fair in Paris that brought global attention to the Art Deco style — where it garnered international acclaim.
During the 20th century, Limoges factories such as Bernardaud collaborated with a range of notable artists and designers, including Franz Bischoff, Joan Miró, Raymond Loewy, Alexander Calder and Julian Schnabel, to name a few.
Today, authentic Limoges porcelain tableware, vases and objets d’art continue to gain renown with collectors and design lovers all over the world.
Find an extensive collection of antique Limoges porcelain on 1stDibs.
12
207
2
to
24
129
68
209
209
209
16
14
12
10
9
5
4
4
3
1
2
49
156
2
51
49
32
8
4
6
9
2
5
10
4
7
195
188
37
17
13
203
194
5
2
90
5,272
4,012
2,457
2,235
Creator: Limoges
Exquisite Limoges France Polychrome Porcelain Egg with Perfume Bottle Inside
By Limoges
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisitely handmade and hand painted miniature Limoges porcelain egg shaped perfume box with a hinged lid is decorated with pretty polychrome f...
Category
Late 20th Century French Belle Époque Limoges Furniture
Materials
Glass, Porcelain
Beautifully Hand Painted / Gilt French Porcelain Footed Centerpiece Bowl
By Limoges
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Enhance your dining or decor with this beautifully hand-painted and gilt gold-decorated French Limoges Porcelain Footed Tableware Centerpiece Bowl. This exquisite piece is a true wor...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture
Materials
Gold
Beautifully Hand Painted & Decorated Gilt Gold Scene Detail Decorative Pair Vase
By Limoges
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your decor with this pair of beautifully hand-painted and decorated gilt gold scene detail decorative vases or centerpieces. Each vase is a masterpiece of artistry, featuring...
Category
Early 20th Century French Victorian Limoges Furniture
Materials
Gold
Beautifully Hand Painted / Gilt French Porcelain Footed Centerpiece Bowl
By Limoges
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Enhance your dining or decor with this beautifully hand-painted and gilt gold-decorated French Limoges Porcelain Footed Tableware Centerpiece Bowl. This exquisite piece is a true wor...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture
Materials
Gold
Limoges France Hand Painted Dresser With Hat & Music Book Porcelain Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Tustin, CA
Collectible and very unique, Limoges porcelain miniature trinket box is handmade and hand painted in France and features a very detailed wood grain dresser with hand painted handles and paneled sides on cabriole legs. The fancy antique gold gilt finish ormolu mounts add authentic French flair which double as the rims or fittings of the box that open up to reveal a handpainted stack of shirts inside. The closure is a petite rococo style shell. On top of the dresser lays a yellow hat accented with a bow and a pink rose along with a music book...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Hermes Paris White and Burgundy-Red Limoges Porcelain Picture Frame
By Hermès, Limoges
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hermes, Paris designs this superb and rare picture photo frame. Exclusively made for Hermes in Limoges, this timeless and elegant white porcelain picture frame is hand-decorated with...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Leather, Porcelain, Glass
French Limoges Porcelain Jewelry Box with Rich Gold Decor
By Limoges
Located in Vilnius, LT
Cobalt blue porcelain jewelry box richly decorated with gold decor produced by Limoges France.
Marked on the bottom.
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Striped Cream Pot / Dessert Set With Tray by Limoges
By Limoges
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage yellow and white striped cream pot set made around 1960 in Limoges, France. This set would typically used in France for desserts such as chocolate, mousse or custard.
Tray: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Large Antique Limoges Hand Painted Holy Fruit Porcelain Platter Signed Dubois
By Limoges
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very large Limoges porcelain platter featuring hand painted pomegranates, grapes and foliate to the central body. Surrounded by gilt rococo style edges...
Category
20th Century French Rococo Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Napoleon III Style Pair Of Limoges Porcelain Cups With Plate Hand Painted
By Limoges
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Valuable and particular pair of fine white porcelain collection cups...
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
LIMOGES vase made of biscuit ceramic and enamel, with bas-reliefs in classical style
By Limoges
Located in Torino, IT
LIMOGES vase
ceramic biscuit
and enamel, with bas-reliefs
in a classic style.
ORIGIN
France
PERIOD
Second Twentieth Century
MARK
LIMOGES
France
MATERIALS
Biscuit ceramics and gla...
Category
1960s French Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
A Set of 12 French Hand Painted Porcelain Luncheon Accent Plates, Circa 1890
By Limoges
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A set of 12 hand painted floral and gilt decorated luncheon accent plates, the 8.5 inches plates with elegant borders and center medallion, late 19th Century, marked Haviland Limoges...
Category
1890s French Louis XV Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of twelve French Black and Gold dessert plate
By Limoges
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
A Set of twelve French Black and Gold dessert plate with elaborate borders.
The white porcelain with an exotic persinan style border marked Limoge...
Category
1920s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
10 Art Deco Limoges White and Gold Soup Bowls by Marcel Goupy for Rouaud, Paris
By Limoges, Marcel Goupy
Located in London, GB
A Rare and Stylish Gold Rimmed Ivory White Art Deco Limoges Porcelain Cream, consomme or Soup set for 10 by Marcel Goupy for Rouaud Paris.
Antique Ivory ...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Beautiful Limoges France Hand Painted Porcelain Fan Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful Limoges porcelain fan shaped box is handmade and hand painted in rich colors of cobalt blue, iron red and is accented in 24-karat gold. Fan op...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Stunning Giulia Mangani - Italian Tole lamp with exotic Bird - Sèvres porcelain
By Giulia Mangani, Limoges
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning Giulia Mangani, Italian Tole lamp with exotic Bird - Sèvres style porcelain - With movable flowers. Manufactured by Limoges . 1970s comes ...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Limoges Serving Bowl
By Limoges
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful Serving bowl
Category
19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
"Young Greeks Attending a Cock Fight", Superb Limoges Enamel of Gérôme Painting
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Although KPM, the German porcelain firm, is well known for its glazed plaques that copied great European masterwork paintings, Limoges in France did the same, though in enamel, an ar...
Category
1920s French Beaux Arts Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Handpainted Limoges Porcelain Egg Box for Asprey
By Asprey & Garrard Limited, Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine diminutive porcelain dresser or vanity box.
By Limoges for Asprey.
In the size and shape of an egg. Decorated with handpainted green plants, blue devices, and extensive ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Unique Limoges France Hand Painted Bellows Porcelain Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Tustin, CA
Collectible and very unique, Limoges porcelain miniature trinket box is handmade and hand painted in France and features a very detailed bellows with a hand-painted burning logs scen...
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Avian Design Porcelain Ashtray De Limoges
By Limoges, Tiffany & Co., Hermès
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully handsome hand-painted Limoges porcelain ashtray with a unique avian design. The piece depict Toucans in a vibrant blue and yellow color with colorfull accents. This piece is by Deshoulières...
Category
1890s French Hollywood Regency Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
1970‘s Limoges Porcelain Ashtray Indian Elephant
By Limoges
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern porcelain square orange and gold ashtray with depicting an Indian elephant in the middle. Signed „peint a la main“, Handpainted !
Use it as an ashtray, vide poche or for deco...
Category
Mid-20th Century French International Style Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Limoges Porcelain Service Glazed in an Opulent Royal Blue with Gilt Edges
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A partial coffee/dessert service in opulent Limoges porcelain, comprising 6 dessert plates, 6 side plates and a two-handled sugar container. Glazed in an opulent royal blue, the body...
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Carafe in French Limoges Porcelain Hand Painted, 1940s
By Limoges
Located in Milano, MI
Carafe in Limoges porcelain hand painted with floral motifs, made in the 1940s
Ø cm 9 h cm 30
There Limoges porcelain it dates back to the 1660s-70s, when in a French town near...
Category
1940s French Art Nouveau Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 36 Dinner Plates - Raynaud Incrustation Duchesse China by Limoges
By Limoges
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Raynaud's Duchess dinnerware is hand-crafted by French artisans from Limoges porcelain. As with all of the company's gold inlay collections, every design is deeply etched into the po...
Category
Late 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Gold
Limoges Porcelain Jewellery or Sweets Lidded Dish
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Beautiful Limoges porcelain hand-crafted and hand-painted, gold-rimmed trinket, jewellery box or lidded sweets dish.
Glazed throughout in a creamy ivory, the lid of the dish features a startlingly vivid bouquet of wildflowers and foliage, enclosed within a gold border, itself embellished with golden...
Category
Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Midcentury French Limoges Porcelain Apothecary or Pharmacy Jars, Set of 6
By Limoges
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a master bathroom, a bathtub or a kitchen cabinet with this elegant set of pharmaceutical jars. Created in Limoges, France, circa 1960 by the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Limoges Porcelain Trinket Dishes
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A charming pair of trinket dishes in delicate Limoges porcelain, beautifully painted with a spray of wild roses, butterflies and a blue tit, and edged in gilt around their rims. Know...
Category
19th Century Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
12 Limoges Raynaud Porcelain Dessert or Salad Plates in Pompei
By Limoges
Located in Gardena, CA
12 Limoges Raynaud porcelain dessert or salad plates in Pompei. A cobalt blue ground with rich gilt birds and foliate scrolls.The “bleu de four” moti...
Category
20th Century Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Limoges Hand-Painted Fish Set with Matching Platter & Sauce Boat
By Limoges
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique fish serving set was made by the renowned Limoges factory of France in approximately 1880 in the period Late Victorian style. The set is composed of porcelain and consis...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set 12 pcs. French Limoges Porcelain Espresso Cups/Saucers
By Limoges
Located in Vilnius, LT
The set of 12 pcs. espresso cups by French Limoges porcelain in glazed porcelain decorated with green, black and gold decor.
Marked Limoges France.
Measures: Cup H 5.4 x 5.3 cm, sauc...
Category
Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century Porcelain Jardinière Made by Limoges, France
By Limoges
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful porcelain jardieniere, made by the French brand Limoges. The jardiniere has beautiful relief decorations, gold-colored accents and a beautiful pattern of colorful flowers. ...
Category
1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Limoges 22k Gold Trinket Jewelry Boxes Louis XVI Courtesan Scene
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Elegant vintage Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry boxes.
French vintage Limoges porcelain in cobalt royal blue with fine gold decor.
Marked on base as “Limoges France" Porcelain D' Art ”.
Beautiful cobalt blue porcelain with 22-karat gold hand painted with with the classic courtesan scene of a man and woman in the Louis XVI period attire.
Perfect gift for your special someone.
One small box. 6 x6 cm / 2.32 x 2.32 inches
One piano box...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
Birks Limoges, Gilt Porcelain Cream/Sugar/Tray, France, Mid-20th Century
By Henry Birks & Son, Limoges
Located in Chatham, ON
BIRKS (Retailer) LIMOGES (Manufacturer) - Vintage hand painted gilt porcelain cream & sugar with tray - Louis XIV style pattern with embossed pattern/design - each piece with Birks b...
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
12 Limoges Raynaud Porcelain Dinner Plates in Pompei
By Limoges
Located in Gardena, CA
12 Limoges Raynaud porcelain dinner plates in Pompei. A cobalt blue ground with rich gilt birds and foliate scrolls.The “bleu de four” motifs taken f...
Category
20th Century Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Cobalt Blue Royal Limoges France 22-Karat Gold Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elegant vintage round Limoges 22-karat gold trinket jewelry box.
French vintage Limoges trinket box in cobalt royal blue with fine gold decor.
Marked...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French Blue and Gold Soft-Boiled Egg Service, Porcelain Limoges, France, 1928
By Limoges
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pretty soft-boiled egg service including 6 egg cups and a matching Limoges porcelain tray.
Decorated with small pink, orange and purple flowers.
Striking colors of French Blue as well as several gold edgings on the outside and inside of the egg cups. The interior gold edging of the egg cups and tray are finely crafted.
Stamped Limoges Unique...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Two Limoges France Oyster Plate French Vintage Porcelain
By Limoges
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of 2 vintage French oyster plates. Each oyster plate features 6 wells for oysters. They are marked at the back. Nice addition to you...
Category
Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Limoges Porcelain 1930s Vintage French Pair of Cobalt Blue One Flower Vases
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century, French pair of small vases in Limoges porcelain, decorated each with a different front cameo hand painted with polychrome aqua ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Large Art Deco Limoges Porcelain Vase by Camille Tharaud, France, 1930
By Camille Tharaud, Limoges
Located in Girona, ES
Large Limoges porcelain vase decorated with ferns in blue tones. Small firing defects.
Signed and stamped: Camille Tharaud.
Limoges, France circa 1...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French Limoges Hand Painted Gold Trim Trinket Jewelry Box or Candy Dish
By Limoges
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Limoges handcrafted and hand painted gold trimmed trinket, jewelry box or candy dish, circa 1930.
Signed, Jammet Seignolles Limoges (history of this maker below).
Glazed.
Measures: 4 3/8" Diameter x 2 1/4" high.
Very good antique condition, no cracks or chips.
In 1825, François BAIGNOL moved to LA FABRIQUE, on the edge of the Brigueuil forest and founded...
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Lourdes Limoges France Vintage Round Porcelain Garnet Gold Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Lourdes Limoges France Vintage round porcelain garnet gold trinket box
Elegant vintage octagonal trinket jewelry box from Limoges.
Perfect gift for ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Limoges Porcelain Jar with Silver Lid
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A very pretty silver-topped jar in Limoges porcelain, featuring a fresh and delicate hand-painted design of wild rosebuds, cornflowers and hawthorn branches, enclosed within concentr...
Category
Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Silver
Limoges Porcelain Trinket Dish with Painted Cheetah Design
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A wonderful rectangular 'gentleman's trinket dish in Limoges Misencen porcelain. Featuring a highly detailed and intricately painted design in the dish base, of an imposing cheetah s...
Category
20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Large French Apothecary Jar Digitalis
By Limoges
Located in Victoria, BC
Here is a beautiful and large French apothecary jar by Limoges. It features an intricate painted design and was for storing “Digitalis”, a genus...
Category
1960s French Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Art Deco Porcelain Fruit Stands Limoges
By Limoges
Located in Kitzbuhel, AT
Pair of Art Deco porcelain fruit stands in slightly different seizes. Hand-painted in green and pink colors with a rim of roses. Also backside painted. 1 stand stamped Limoges France, 1 stand stamped A. Anternier & Co Limoges Limoges...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Limoges French Porcelain Sea Shell Dish W/ Hand Painted Lily-of-The-Valley Motif
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
Limoges white porcelain sea shell dish with hand painted lily-of-the-valley and butterfly design, c. mid 20th century, France.
Signed Limoges France on ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European International Style Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Set of 10 Blue Floral Limoges Dishes for J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Limoges
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous set of 10 antique Limgoes blue floral and gilt dinner plates made for J.E. Caldwell.
Category
Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Limoges VP Veuve Perrin, hand painted and french silver vases
By Limoges, Veuve Perrin Factory
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
A lovely, Pair of VP Veuve Perrin limoges vases
Hand painted with detail at the base of the foot and mouth in French silver.
Measures:
22,5 centimeters high
20 centimeters long
12,5...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Limoges Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marie Antionette Style Limoge Box
By Limoges
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful porcelain Limoges box hand-painted rose flowerettes adorned with painted gold designs and gold hardware.
Category
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Limoges Furniture
19th-Century Set of 8 French Limoges Dessert Plates, Rabbits, Birds, Puppies
By Limoges
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This such a sweet set of 19th century Limoges dessert plates. They have pastoral themes ranging from rabbits to turtles. Two are replicated. Wou...
Category
Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Large Limoges White Porcelain Table Lamps
By Limoges
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century white porcelain Limoges lamp. Swan form handles on a neoclassical urn shaped vase.
Limoge mark on underside of each. Uncertain to when...
Category
Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Limoges Hand-Painted Flowers Porcelain Vase Estate France
By Limoges
Located in Montreal, QC
Limoges porcelain pillow vase the perfect answer to decorating a narrow space, such as mantel place. Hand-painted floral and Cacti decoration. The handles...
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Limoges Porcelain Collectible Plates, by Louis Dali, Sights of Paris France
By Limoges
Located in Bastogne, BE
An interesting, beautiful series «Sights of Paris», which was released by the famous French manufactory Limoge in 1980-1983.
The plots for the plates were written by the artist Lo...
Category
1980s French Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Limoges Porcelain Jewelry Box or Lidded Candy Dish
By Limoges
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Limoges porcelain hand crafted and hand painted gold trimmed trinket, jewelry box or lidded candy dish, circa 1930.
Marked, see photos.
...
Category
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 5 Porcelain Snails Knife Limoges, circa 1930
By Limoges
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 5 Porcelain Snails Knife signed Limoges, circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Ceramic
Limoges Porcelain Collectible Plates, by Louis Dali, Sights of Paris France
By Limoges
Located in Bastogne, BE
An interesting, beautiful series «Sights of Paris», which was released by the famous French manufactory Limoge in 1980-1983.
The plots for the plates were written by the artist Lo...
Category
1980s French Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Casket, Limoges, France
By Limoges
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain casket, Limoges. France
Very good condition.
dimensions: 4 cm
Wed 11 cm.
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Limoges furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Limoges furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Limoges furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Limoges were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Vallauris, Charles Schneider, and Emile Gallé. Prices for Limoges furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $50 and can go as high as $18,329, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $500.
Creators Similar to Limoges
Questions About Limoges Furniture
- What is Limoges’ style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Limoge rose to prominence for its regal and romantic porcelain designs. Royalty and the political elite all commissioned pieces from the region’s factories. Pieces feature rich colors and gold embellishments. Browse a range of Limoge porcelain pieces from some of the world’s top collectors on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Limoges?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Limoges porcelain, study the marks on the bottom. Some pieces show the French government's official mark, which reads "Limoges Goût de Ville." Limoges sometimes added a variety of factory marks or artist names. Consult an authoritative online resource to research these additional marks. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted Limoges decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
- How do I value Limoges?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To value Limoges, seek help from a licensed appraiser who has experience evaluating porcelain ware. Only an expert can accurately assess the condition of porcelain to determine how much a piece is worth. Shop a range of Limoges porcelain on 1stDibs.
- Where is Limoges made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Limoges is made in France. The name of the pottery actually comes from the area where the pottery originated and is manufactured to this day. Some companies may produce pottery that resembles Limoges in East Asia and other locations. You'll find a range of Limoges pottery on 1stDibs.
- What is special about Limoges?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Limoges is special because of its place in the history of ceramics. The widely cherished ceramics named for the French city and commune in which they are made are synonymous with sophistication, elegance and refinement. Today, antique Limoges dinnerware, serveware, decorative objects and other porcelain products are coveted and collected all over the world. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Limoges pieces.
- Is Limoges valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, some Limoges pieces are valuable. Generally, pieces that date back to the 19th century fetch the highest prices. In addition to age, the type, style and condition of a piece all impact selling prices, as well as how rare it is and what the current demand for similar pieces is like. A certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert can give you an estimate of how much a particular piece is worth. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Limoges porcelain wares.
- What is Haviland Limoges China?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Haviland Limoges China is a type of porcelain first imported to America by Charles Haviland, an importer of English porcelain. When he discovered Limoges porcelain, Haviland imported blanks and trained a group of painters to decorate the China by hand in a combination of French and English styles. Limoges fine porcelain is white and translucent, allowing for clear markings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Haviland Limoges China pieces from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Limoges enamel technique involves layering molten glass and painting on them. Then, artisans paint over the surface with white to mute the artwork. This method of creating pottery and decorative objects dates back to 12th-century France. Find a selection of Limoges enamel ware 1stDibs.
- Are all Limoges pieces marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, not all Limoges pieces are marked. While most Limoges include the factory's production and decorating marks, some pieces will have no mark. That’s why it is important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if a Limoges is real, look for the marking that indicates the maker. The widely cherished ceramics named for the French city and commune in which they are made are synonymous with sophistication, elegance and refinement. Today, antique Limoges dinnerware, serveware, decorative objects and other porcelain products are coveted and collected all over the world. On authentic pieces, you will see the words “Peint Main," which means "hand-painted." Authentic works will also say "Limoges, France." The finish is also a good indication of authenticity. Most real Limoges pieces will have a dull patina. Objects with a glossy or shiny finish are most likely reproductions. Shop a range of Limoges pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Limoges porcelain is made of kaolin, feldspar and quartz, making it the finest hard-paste porcelain in the world. It is the addition of kaolin that makes the porcelain so sought-after and also gives it the distinction of being bone china. Shop a collection of Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Limoges is an area in France known for its production of fine porcelain and china. Limoges china was first produced in the 1700s and modeled after Chinese fine, white porcelain. Due to its proximity to kaolin, the key ingredient in porcelain, Limoges is still home to several porcelain factories. Find a variety of Limoges porcelain on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify Limoges china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify Limoges china. There are certain marks that should be present on the bottom of the pieces as well as the keepsake boxes. Look for an official mark from the French government, a studio or manufacturer’s mark and the artist’s name. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Limoges has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Limoges is a type of decorated porcelain. Authentic Limoges items will have the phrase “Peint Main” or “Peint a la main” hand-painted on the bottom, which means it was painted by hand. You can also look for the Limoges France insignia. Shop a collection of vetted Limoges china from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One of the first steps to authenticating your Limoges porcelain is to check the bottom of the piece for the maker’s mark or signature. If you spot the ‘Limoges’ mark, this is a good sign. Shop a collection of properly vetted Limoges porcelain from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- Is Limoges china bone china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Limoges china is very similar to bone china, but it was not until the late 1700s that the ingredient kaolin, which is integral to bone china, was discovered near Limoges. Therefore, Limoges china made before this point is not truly bone china. Shop an array of authentic Limoges china on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Limoges France porcelain is valuable depends on a number of factors, including the condition of the piece in question. Limoges porcelain has withstood the test of time for centuries. The widely cherished ceramics named for the French city and commune in which they are made are synonymous with sophistication, elegance and refinement. Generally, collectors are willing to pay more for Limoges porcelain objects that feature a high level of hand-painted detail. Pieces with machine-transferred decorations are typically less valuable. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with determining how much Limoges pieces are worth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Limoges porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024To date Haviland Limoges china, look for markings, typically located on the backs or bottoms of pieces. Once you have found these markings, you can cross-reference them with information and images available on trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your piece was made. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with the dating process. Shop a selection of Haviland china on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024To identify French Limoges porcelain marks, refer to trusted online resources. There are dozens of markings associated with Limoges porcelain. By comparing the marks on your piece to images shared online, you can determine if your piece is a Limoges. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Explore a range of Limoges porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Haviland Limoges China could cost you at least $100 - $200, it can go much higher, depending on the style, its condition and much more. They are used as serving pieces like platters, soup tureens, pitchers in various shapes and gravy boats along with tea sets. Find a range of vintage and antique Haviland Limoges china on 1stDibs today.