French Limoges Porcelain Burgundy Red Hand Painted Parcel Gilt Vase Jardiniere on Stand

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A stunning two-piece French Limoges porcelain vase / jardiniere / cache pot / table centerpiece / wine bottle cooler on … Read more A stunning two-piece French Limoges porcelain vase / jardiniere / cache pot / table centerpiece / wine bottle cooler on stand, featuring exceptional "L'Escarpolette medallion after the famous 18th century Rococo artist Jean-Honoré Fragonard (French; 1732-1806)

Exquisitely hand-crafted in France, late 20th century, high-quality porcelain and stunning hand painted decoration, burgundy red ground, with luxurious gilt accents, bulbous body atop a matching footed riser base. The vase decorated with a visually striking exceptionally executed large central medallion, depicting the famous 18th century Louis XV Rococo painting titled "L'Escarpolette" or "The Swing" after Jean-Honoré Fragonard (French; 1732-1806), flanked by brilliantly gilded pierced figural elephant head handles, raised on a fitted base stand with four gilded paw feet.

Maker's mark, hand signed artist name Gérard? and dated 1985 underfoot.

*Please note, at the time of writing this, a similarly styled different form handled footed pedestal centerpiece / vase / fruit bowl is currently available. Please be sure to checkout our other listings or message us for details.

Dimensions: (approx)
Overall: 10.25" High, 12" Wide (to handles), 10" Diameter
Bowl only: 7.75" High

Condition:
Overall excellent vintage condition. May have minor wear consistent with age, use, handling, including minor scattered rubbing to gilt. No damage, chips or cracks. See less