Antique Elite Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Biscuit Jar With Floral Motif and Gilt Finial, France c.1890s

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Antique Elite Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Biscuit Jar with Floral Motif and Gilt Finial, France c.1890s

Delight in the delicate artistry … Read more Antique Elite Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Biscuit Jar with Floral Motif and Gilt Finial, France c.1890s

Delight in the delicate artistry of this hand-painted antique biscuit jar from the famed Elite Works of Limoges, France. Dating to the late 19th century (circa 1890–1900), this romantic porcelain piece features a softly scalloped silhouette and is adorned with graceful sprays of cherry blossom-like florals in soft pink and green on a creamy pastel yellow ground. The high-relief lid is topped with an ornate gilded finial and complemented by a blush-toned, molded base—adding dimensional elegance and French Rococo charm.

The maker’s mark on the underside—“Elite Limoges France” in red—confirms its origin from Bawo & Dotter’s Elite Works, one of Limoges’ premier porcelain producers during the Belle Époque. The hand-painted decoration, gold embellishment, and the artistic form all suggest a unique artisan piece rather than mass production.

Dimensions:
Approx. 6.75" H (to top of finial) x 6" W

Condition:
Excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Minimal wear to gilding consistent with age. Clean interior and vivid hand-painted details.

Style Keywords:
French Country, Victorian, Belle Époque, Romantic, Shabby Chic

Materials:
Porcelain, hand-painted enamel, gilt decoration

Origin:
France, Limoges See less