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Limoges Furniture

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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.

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Creator: Limoges
37-Piece French Victorian Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set
By Limoges
Located in Queens, NY
37 Piece French Victorian Limoges porcelain dinner service with yellow border and floral trim (PRICED AS SET)
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

21th Century French Limoges Marie Daage Hand Painted Dinner Service Tableware
By Limoges
Located in Madrid, ES
Made exclusively of Limoges porcelain, Marie Daâge's collections are some of the last to be painted entirely by hand in differents colours. All are from families in Limoges, France t...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Limoges Furniture

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Gold Plate

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...
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Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges France "Maxim's des Mers" for Pierre Cardin Vide-Poche/ Ashtray Bowl
By Limoges
Located in North Miami, FL
Maxim’s des Mers ashtray for the luxury yacht owned by Pierre Cardin, made of porcelain, depicting his yacht.
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1980s French Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Limoges Porcelain Plate Collectible Handmade in France 1940s
By Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Limoges handmade in France collectible decorative plate. Porcelain Limoges plate or dish handmade in France, this collectible plate features a design of gold and brown Autumn...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

T&V Limoges Hand Painted Roses Squat Vase
By Limoges
Located in Palm Springs, CA
French hand painted floral porcelain Tressemann & Vogt Limoges squat vase. Expertly decorated with red and white roses surrounded by soft shades of green foliage. Beautiful piece dat...
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Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Le Cirque N.Y. Custom Limoges China Coffee Creamer 1990s, Orange
By Limoges
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From pasta primavera to world-renowned decadent desserts, Le Cirque's ubiquitous reputation for presenting its fine dining fare with whimsy and fun, landed it on the map of must-dine destinations in New York for glitterati and foodies alike. No matter the location, monkeys and circus themes remained a design staple of the iconic restaurant. Although the landmark restaurant's NYC doors are now closed, Black Rock Galleries...
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Paris Enameled Porcelain Sewing Needle Box
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Limoges France, a hand enameled trinket box, sized for holding sewing needles or pins, circa 1970-1980s. The copper metal braced box has a hand painted design of roses and scro...
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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Copper

Vintage Limoges France Mini Picture in Wood and Porcelain with Romantic Scene
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Vintage Limoges France Mini Picture in Wood and Porcelain with Romantic Scene Type Mini Picture Brand Limoges Material Porcelain an Wood Subject Romantic Finish Painted Shape Round ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture

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Enamel, Gold Leaf

19th Century Limoges Porcelain Cache Pot in a Sèvres Style
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A beautiful and vividly coloured 19th century cache pot, or jardinière, lovingly crafted from Limoges porcelain in the 18th century Sèvres styl...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Set of 11 French Larchevêque UML Limoges Porcelain Dessert Plates and Platter
By Limoges
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of 11 French Marc Larchevêque UML Limoges porcelain dessert plates and platter from the 19th century, with floral garlands and gilt trim. Created in France during the 19th cent...
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19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Porcelain Peint Main Vintage Fire Truck Trinket Box by Limoges
By Limoges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful porcelain peint main (hand painted) vintage fire truck trinket box by Limoges, circa 1970s. This unusual piece is in very good vintage con...
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20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

French Flapper Ceramic Perfume Bottle by Charles Serpaut Limoges
By Limoges
Located in Van Nuys, CA
1920s porcelain Art-Deco powder box featuring a flapper in a large dress by Charles Serpaut. Limoges stamp. 6.25 in height, 6.5 in width, 3.5 in length, inside box 2in in height, 4 ...
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1920s French Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Ceramic

Limoges France Enameled Porcelain Gendarme Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Limoges France, a hand enameled trinket box, depicting the head of a French Gendarme or police officer, circa 1970-1980s. Gendarmes boxes are highly sought after by collectors....
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1970s French French Provincial Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Copper

19th Century Set of 12 Dinner Plates in Limoges Porcelain
By Limoges
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A set of 12 stylish dinner plates in delicate white Limoges porcelain, each piece edged with a fine rim of gilt, and bearing the elaborately formed monogramme 'DP'. Dating from the l...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique LS & S Limoges Gold Snowflake Luncheon Plates - Set of 6 Late 1800s
By Limoges
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Antique Limoges Porcelain Plates with Ornate Gold Gilding and Intricate Snowflake Medallion Design This breathtaking set of antique p...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Limoges Furniture

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Gold

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...
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Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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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.
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Early 20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Small Porcelain Blue Flowers Oyster Plate Limoges, circa 1900
By Limoges
Located in Austin, TX
Small Porcelain Blue Flowers Oyster Plate Limoges, circa 1900. 7.5 inches diameter.
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Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Enameled Porcelain Scent Chest Trinket Box
By Limoges
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Limoges France, a hand enameled trinket box, a scent chest with two glass bottles, circa 1970-1980s. The metal braced trunk has a domed lid and is painted in a faux tortoise sh...
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1970s French International Style Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Metal

Puiforcat Limoges Plate Service France Last Quarter of 1900s
By Limoges
Located in Milano, IT
Magnificent celadon-colored porcelain service painted with polychrome decoration depicting Koi carp and Chinese-inspired flowers from the Kiang She period. The service consists of so...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

19th C. French Charming Bronze Jewelry Box with Limoges enamel
By Limoges
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
19th C. French Charming Bronze Jewelry Box with Limoges enamel Made in france This Beautiful bronze jewelry box with delicately carved frames, and in the center with a wonderful por...
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1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel

Vintage Limoges France Butterfly Trinket Box Handpainted
By Limoges
Located in BILBAO, ES
Vintage Limoges France Butterfly Trinket Box Handpainted Type Trinket Box Brand Limoges Material Porcelain Subject Butterfly Finish Painted Color Multicolor Shape Hear Shape Item Len...
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Late 20th Century French International Style Limoges Furniture

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Enamel, Gold Leaf

Art deco Limoges porcelain coffee set
By Limoges
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Art deco Limoges porcelain coffee set Complete coffee set for 12 people 40 pieces in total Art deco design Origin Franca Circa 1940 The coffee set is composed of: (measurements in ce...
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Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Porcelain Sky Blue Round Trinket box
By Limoges
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Limoges Porcelain Round Trinket Box. Its background is hand painted sky blue. The top of the hinged lid is adorned with a bouquet of colorful flowers with green branches ar...
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20th Century French Victorian Limoges Furniture

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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 ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Limoges Furniture

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Gold, Enamel

Antique Porcelain Serving Tray - Limoges - France
By Limoges
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful antique porcelain serving tray made by the French brand Limoges. The porcelain has a light relief motif. The handles are br...
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1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Exquisite Rare French Limoges Colorful Fruit Bowl w/ Bird Jewelry Box Pill Case
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item that we are offering is A Rare and Impressive Magnificent and Exquisite Rare Large Handpainted Limoges Stamped Porcelain and Bronze Jewelry Holder / Pill Box. Outs...
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20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique French Limoges Porcelain Plates, Pair
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of antique French Limoges porcelain plates, circa 19th century, France. Plates are predominantly a terracotta hue with a carnation pink center design, and a hand-pai...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Raynaud Limoges France Porcelain Set Histoire Naturelle Design by Pamela Baldwin
By Atelier Raynaud, Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Histoire Naturelle" by Raynaud Limoges France Porcelaine set of 5 dishes.Five-piece place setting includes 1 dinner plate, 1 salad plate, 1 bread/butter plate, 1 teacup, and 1 sauce...
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Late 20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique 19th Century French Limoges Porcelain Floral Oyster Plate
By Limoges
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French Limoges porcelain oyster plate, circa 1880. Marked "H & Co" on reverse - made by Haviland & Co in Limoges, France. This fine quality oyster plate has floral...
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19th Century French Country Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Porcelain Casket, Limoges, France
By Limoges
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain casket, Limoges. France Very good condition. dimensions: 4 cm Wed 11 cm.
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges, Porcelain, Floral Design, Twelve Haviland Dinner Plates, Paris, 20th C.
By Limoges
Located in Manhasset, NY
Limoges, Porcelain, Floral Design, Twelve Haviland Dinner Plates, Paris, 20th C. Set of twelve Haviland Limoges porcelain plates retailed by Au Vase Etrusque, Paris, early 20th cent...
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1930s French Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Porcelain Casket, Limoges, France
By Limoges
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain casket, Limoges, France.
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges France Fine Porcelain Plate Hand Painted with Fragonard Romantic Scene
By Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage limoges France fine porcelain round decorative blue and gold. Elegant fine porcelain decorative plate hand painted scene with a romantic lovers scene in a garden, cobalt royal blue and rich gilding throughout, after the painting of French artist Fragonard, signed Fragonard on bottom right. Elegant precious Limoges fine porcelain to add to your French Porcelain collection. Hand painted and finely decorated collectible french porcelain in the Sevres Chateau France style. Limoges made in France...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Limoges Furniture

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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. ...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Large Limoges White Porcelain Neoclassical Urn Swan Table Lamps
By Limoges
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century white porcelain Limoges lamp (bases). Swan form handles on a neoclassical urn shaped vase. Limoge mark on underside of each. Uncertain...
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Art Nouveau Nude Decorated Lidded Porcelain Jar, Limoges, French, Circa 1905
By Limoges
Located in Incline Village, NV
Uniquely decorated porcelain Limoges jar with a wide winged span nude woman and a duck flying out of her hair, perhaps beckoning her to join in the flight. Her legs and feet end as one "a la mermaid". She is quite beautiful and is holding a bouquet of flowers in front of her. The same image appears on the other side. She is hand painted with brown hair, skin tones, with white and black detail to the "butterfly like" double wings. The duck is painted brown and black. Two gold leaf bands circumvents the vessel at the bottom and two thirds up. A blue band above the gold band at the base completes the hand painted decoration of the exterior. The interior of the jar is painted a light colored lime green. The underneath is clearly marked "P L Limoges...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Rare Haviland Limoges Vase. Limited Edition N°2212
By Limoges, Theodore Haviland
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant baluster vase, crafted by the renowned Haviland porcelain manufacture in Limoges, is a striking example of French decorative art. Made from fine porcelain, the vase feat...
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20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain, Paint

Limoges France Porcelain Dish Ashtray Souvenir of Paris Cobalt Blue and 24K Gold
By Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-Painted Cobalt Blue and Gold Limoges France Porcelain Ashtray. Vintage Limoges France porcelain round ashtray cobalt blue and 24 karat gold. Elegant precious porcelain ashtray hand painted with a scene Souvenir of Paris, the monuments are The Tour Eiffel, the Arc de Triumphe, Le Sacre Coeur, The Notre Dame, L'opera. Use it as an ashtray or for decorative accent dish. Limoges made in France...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Bernardaud Limoges Porcelain Candlesticks Decoratedby Stouffer 1914-1918
By L. Bernardaud and Co., Limoges
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of antique porcelain candlesticks was made by L. Bernardaud & Cie, Limoges, France, and decorated by Stouffer Studio, Chicago, USA. The candlesticks feature wide bands of elabor...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Furniture

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Gold

French Limoges Porcelain Two-Piece Burgundy Gilt Painted Vase Cachepot On Stand
By (After) Jean-Honoré Fragonard, Limoges
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning two-piece French Limoges porcelain vase / jardiniere planter / cachepot / table centerpiece / wine bottle cooler on stand, featuring exceptional "L'Escarpolette medallion ...
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Late 20th Century French Rococo Revival Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Large AK French Floral Tankard
By Limoges
Located in Norton, MA
A wonderful antique large antique A.K. French floral porcelain decorated tankard offers a curve-shaped rim absolutely 100% hand-painted grapes in white flower, brown-red, purple, and...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Porcelain Oyster Botanical Plate Limoges, circa 1900
By Limoges
Located in Austin, TX
Porcelain Oyster Botanical Plate Limoges, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique La Seynie P & P Limoges 5 Piece Vanity Tray Set
By Limoges
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Antique La Seynie P & P Limoges 5 Piece Vanity Tray Set. The large tray is signed G. Dodge on the upper right side. The smaller tray bears the manufac...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

S.T. Dupont Paris Porcelaine De Limoges France Cigar Ashtray Catchall Decor
By Limoges, S.T. Dupont
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S.T. Dupont Paris Porcelaine De Limoges France Cigar Ashtray with two adjustable silver metal bridges that can be used to rest the cigars. Elevate the act of ashing your cigar to a s...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Limoges Furniture

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Metal

LIMOGES hand-painted porcelain vase, 1950s
By Limoges
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
LIMOGES vase in hand-painted Porcelain, France, 1950s.  LIMOGES vase made of Porcelain hand-painted in France in the 1950s, with gold trim.  The attribution mark is present at the bo...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Set of 12 Havilland- Limoges Dinner Plates, Six Fish and Crustacean Designs
By Limoges
Located in San Francisco, CA
This set of Limoges Dinner Plates are quite rare. The set consists of six different designs, two each in the set. The designs are very reminiscen...
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1950s French Chinoiserie Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Marihuana Gold Rimmed Apothecary Jar
By Limoges
Located in Stamford, CT
Limoges Marihuana porcelain gold rim apothecary jar. Signed on the underside.
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Fish Dish by Limoges, France
By Limoges
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Porcelain fish Dish from the French brand Limoges. The service is decorated with decration of fish. The Dish dates from around 1960. The porcelain is of a beautiful, refined quality....
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1960s French Romantic Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Porcelain Octagonal Trinket box
By Limoges
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Limoges Porcelain Octagonal Trinket Box. Its background is hand painted pink and white. The top of the hinged lid is adorned with a green grass with three daisies. Some gil...
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20th Century French Victorian Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Limoges Porcelain Oval Trinket box
By Limoges
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Limoges Porcelain Oval Trinket Box. Its background is hand painted light yellow. The top of the hinged lid is adorned with a large sunflower and the sides of its base with ...
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20th Century French Victorian Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Porcelain Peint a la Main Vintage Grand Piano Trinket Box by Limoges
By Limoges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful porcelain peint a la main (hand painted) vintage grand piano trinket box by Limoges, circa 1980s. This unusual piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 1.75"W x...
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20th Century French Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Pink and Gold Chinoiserie Vide Poche
By Limoges
Located in New York, NY
Pink and gold Chinoiserie vide-poche. French porcelain raspberry pink and gold painted ashtray with central gold pagoda pavilion with raised out curving pink...
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20th Century French Limoges Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Antique French Limoges Hand Painted Foliate & Gilt Porcelain Terrine C1900
By Limoges
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Limoges Hand Painted Foliate & Gilt Porcelain Terrine C1900 Measures- 7"H x 12"W x 7.5"D
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Early 20th Century Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain, Paint

Haviland Limoges France Decorative Plate La Chasse a La Licorne 1979 Limited Ed.
By Limoges, Haviland & Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Robert Haviland & C. Parlon Limoges France Decorative Plate 1979 Limited Ed # 3. Limited Edition collectible plate "The Lady and the Unicorn" by Robert Haviland & Co and Limoges France. Haviland Limoges France Limited Edition Porcelain Collector Plate "La Dame a La Licorne". La Chasse a La Licorne Limoges Haviland C. Parlon Collectible Plate. 1970s French Limoges limited edition and 22-karat gold collectors plate by Haviland & Parlon. This coveted and rare collector plate display a scene from the famous late fifteenth century Renaissance Paris tapestries of unicorn hunting scene ," La Chasse A La Licorne". The plate is hand painted with an incredible amount of detail, bright and bold colors with a 22-karat gold rim. Made of porcelain with a glossy finish, this round plate features a stunning multicolor fairy tale design with a unicorn theme. The plate is handmade and painted, and is part of the Limoge product line. This vintage Haviland Limoges La Chasse a la Licorne Unicorn Plate...
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20th Century French Renaissance Limoges Furniture

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Porcelain

Guerin &Co Limoges France Set of 3 Cups and Saucers Bone China, 1891-1900
By Limoges
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 3 cups and 3 saucers by Guerin &Co was made of fine, semi-transparent bone china in Limoges, France. The set is hand decorated in Victorian style with ornamental blue and brown thistle flowers motifs on white background and gold trim on cups handles. The pieces are marked with green underglaze factory marks "Limoges W.G.&Co France" that date back to 1891-1900 and red decorator overglaze marks "Wm...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Limoges Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

French hand painted porcelain sardine box by Betoule & Legrand, Limoges, 1910's
By Limoges
Located in BELFORT, FR
French porcelain sardine box, with a golden lining on the edge of the lid, and a hand painted sardine as the handle. It is in perfect condition. It is stamped "Limoges France" with a...
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1910s Italian Vintage Limoges Furniture

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Ceramic, 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.
Questions About Limoges Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, some Limoges china is worth something. Some pieces are valuable because they are favorites among collectors. Examples include full sets in popular patterns like Chine Petit Panier Chinois and certain limited edition shaving mugs. Generally, the maker, age, style, type and condition will all play a role in determining how much a particular piece is worth. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can provide you with an estimated value for your china. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Limoges china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your Limoges china pattern, first try snapping a photo of it up close. Then, perform a reverse image search. In some cases, you may immediately find out what your pattern is. If this approach doesn't work, examine images on trusted online resources to determine the pattern name. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer may also be able to expedite the identification process for you. Explore a large selection of Limoges china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To identify your Limoges pattern, conduct research using trusted online resources. More than two dozen makers produced Limoges china, and they all used different hallmarks to identify their pieces. You can use the mark on your china to determine the maker. Once you know who crafted your china, examine the details of the pattern carefully and then compare them to images online to learn the pattern. If you need assistance with the identification process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a diverse assortment of Limoges china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some Limoges is worth something. Authentic Limoges porcelain tableware, vases and objets d’art continue to be popular with collectors and design lovers worldwide, and prices for pieces vary based on their age, style, type, condition and other factors. Sets of dinnerware and decorative objects from the late 19th and early 20th centuries are often worth more as their age makes them rarer. To find out how much a particular piece may be worth, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Limoges porcelain wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Limoge 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Limoges 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Limoges 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Haviland 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    There 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, 2022
    Limoges 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, 2022
    Limoges 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, 2022
    Limoges 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, 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, 2023
    Whether 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 5, 2022
    One 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Haviland Limoges marks, look for images of the various back stamps used by the maker during its long history. These markings changed repeatedly. Early pieces often read "H & Co," but Haviland also marked its porcelain wares with its full brand name. Since the marks varied over the years, you can estimate the age of your piece based on what it displays. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you with the process. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Haviland Limoges porcelain.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify your Haviland Limoges pattern, first try snapping a photograph of it. In some cases, performing a reverse image search will allow you to quickly determine what pattern your piece features. If not, you can look through image galleries published on trusted online resources or explore print books on identifying Haviland china, which are available at some local libraries. The Haviland International Collectors Foundation also offers an identification service that you can take advantage of. Information about the service is available on the organization's website. On 1stDibs, find a range of Haviland china.

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