Haviland Limoges Antique French Cobalt Gilt 19th C Square Fish Plates - Set of 6

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Excellent set of 6 antique Limoges square fish plates, C 1872-1885, by CF Haviland , France. Fine porcelain. each measures … more Excellent set of 6 antique Limoges square fish plates, C 1872-1885, by CF Haviland , France. Fine porcelain. each measures 7 1/2" square and stands 1 1/4". Lovely scalloped border of rich cobalt glaze overpainted with bright gold Japonise motifs. catching the light. A hand painted transfer of a 4 different fish surrounded by water plants on each plate center, adding dimension to the fish giving them a life like quality.
A lovely and rare set, there are 4 fish patterns total, there are 2 pair identical.
There is some gold loss on two of the plates, and a small nick on one corner of one plate, please see photos.
For display or use, or both, a tres belle piece of French belle epoque history for your home and service.

Dimensions: 7.5" square, 1.25" H less