Antique Limoges China Porcelain Bowl - Hand-Painted Fruit Design

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Elegant Limoges serving bowl featuring a refined cream exterior accented by a distinctive white and gold decorative band with hand-painted … Read more Elegant Limoges serving bowl featuring a refined cream exterior accented by a distinctive white and gold decorative band with hand-painted fruit motifs - two in delicate orange tones and one in rich red, all nestled among green leaves. A sophisticated light blue background panel with darker blue corner details adds depth to the design. The piece is enhanced with classic gold gilt trim outlining both the decorative band and the graceful handles.

Measurements:
• Bowl diameter: 9 inches
• Total width (including handles): 11 inches
• Depth: 3 inches

Condition:
• Porcelain is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks
• Gold gilt shows expected age-appropriate wear, particularly on the handles
• Porcelain body contains a few small carbon spots typical of vintage Limoges production - these are natural inclusions in the porcelain and not surface marks
• All painted details remain clear and vibrant
• Marked "La Seynie Limoges France" with PP mark on base
• Features a gold monogram "ALM" on base, likely added for original owner

Dating & History:
This elegant bowl exhibits characteristics typical of early 20th century Limoges production (circa 1900-1920). The distinctive fruit motifs, elegant color palette, and gilding style are characteristic of this period. The presence of period-appropriate carbon spots in the porcelain and the original owner's gold monogram "ALM" are consistent with early 20th century fine porcelain production and ownership customs. The piece was produced by La Seynie, one of Limoges' historic porcelain manufactories, which began production in 1774 in Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche, France. La Seynie was among the prestigious manufacturers that helped establish Limoges' reputation for exceptional porcelain craftsmanship. See less