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Hand-Painted Limoges Porcelain Plate by Paul Lefèvre, ca. 1890

$1,025.40
£772.33
€870
CA$1,414.07
A$1,588.65
CHF 830.07
MX$19,390.19
NOK 10,539.47
SEK 9,920.70
DKK 6,622.11

About the Item

A beautifully hand-painted porcelain plate from Paul Lefèvre, Limoges, dating to the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900). Inspired by the Rococo revival style of the period, the plate features a finely executed sepia pastoral scene (camaïeu bistre), depicting a peasant with a horse-drawn cart in a soft, romantic countryside setting. In the background, a distant hilltop tower completes the nostalgic atmosphere. The central scene is surrounded by a richly decorated polychrome floral border with delicate hand-painted roses, scrollwork, and lattice motifs in blue, yellow, and gold, characteristic of the period’s fascination with 18th-century French faience aesthetics. The rim is finished with a gilded beaded edge, adding elegance and refinement. 🔹 Originally marked “Limoges P.L. France” (covered by red overglaze), the plate bears a later addition of the word “Marseille” – possibly added to emphasize its stylistic influence rather than true origin. ⸻ Details: • Origin: Limoges, France • Manufacturer: Paul Lefèvre (P.L.), active late 19th century • Date: c. 1880–1900 • Material: Glazed porcelain • Technique: Hand-painted enamel (camaïeu sepia & polychrome) with gilt decoration • Style: Rococo Revival / Louis XV influence
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)Diameter: 10.24 in (26 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890 - 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    CANNES, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9143245519852

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