Rare Jean Pouyat Limoges Hand-Painted Punch Bowl on Original Ceramic Stand (1890-1932)

Details

Description

Era: 1890-1932
Origin: Limoges, France
Condition: Excellent

The Treasure
An exceptional marriage of French porcelain artistry and sculptural design—this authenticated … Read more Era: 1890-1932
Origin: Limoges, France
Condition: Excellent

The Treasure
An exceptional marriage of French porcelain artistry and sculptural design—this authenticated Jean Pouyat Limoges punch bowl sits atop its original ceramic stand after more than a century together. This intact pairing is extraordinarily rare; most period punch bowls have long been separated from their companion pieces.

Provenance
Fresh from a distinguished Easthampton estate where it presided over generations of elegant gatherings and remained cherished among a curated collection of international treasures.

The Artistry
The Bowl:

Master-crafted during Limoges' golden age at the renowned Jean Pouyat manufactory
Exquisite hand-painted decoration featuring golden plums and delicate floral sprays
Sophisticated celadon ground with naturalistic layers of rich color
Refined gilt rim detail
Authenticated with underglaze green "J.P. France Limoges" mark

The Stand:

Bold green-glazed ceramic with transitional Art Nouveau to Art Deco styling
Four stylized Foo dog paw feet—a distinctive sculptural element
Museum-quality artisan details including period kiln flaws that authenticate age


Dimensions

Diameter: 13 inches
Total Height (on stand): 9 inches
Perfectly proportioned for display or entertaining


Condition Report
Bowl: No cracks or hairlines. Hand-painted decoration and gilding show only gentle evidence of a century of careful use. Excellent condition for age.
Stand: Minor glaze imperfections and small kiln flaws consistent with period hand-crafted production—these are maker's marks, not damage. Structurally sound.

Why Collectors Covet This Piece
✓ Authenticated Jean Pouyat Limoges with clear maker's mark
✓ Original pairing intact—bowl and stand united for 100+ years
✓ Museum-quality provenance from significant estate collection
✓ Exhibition-worthy condition with honest patina of age
✓ Functional sculpture—display or use for elegant entertaining
✓ Investment potential—complete sets increasingly rare in marketplace

The Perfect Addition For

Limoges collectors seeking authenticated, exceptional pieces
Those who appreciate French decorative arts from the golden age
Collectors of Art Nouveau and transitional Art Deco design
Anyone seeking a statement centerpiece with documented history
Museums and serious private collections


Story & Significance
Created when French porcelain workshops represented the pinnacle of European luxury goods, this piece embodies an era when master artisans spent days perfecting a single object. The survival of both bowl and stand together represents a minor miracle—most have been separated, damaged, or lost through moves, sales, and time's accidents.
This isn't merely porcelain; it's a tangible connection to the workshops of 19th-century France, the aesthetic movements that defined an era, and the celebrations it witnessed across generations.

This museum-quality piece seeks collectors who understand they're not just acquiring an object, but becoming stewards of authenticated French porcelain history—a complete set that has remained intact through more than a century of change. See less