Vintage R. Montigny & Cie Limoges Porcelain Swan Salt Cellars in Box | Gold Gilt Snailware From the Loire Region

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An exceptionally rare and elegant vintage set of two miniature swan-shaped salt cellars (or salts) from the esteemed French porcelain … Read more An exceptionally rare and elegant vintage set of two miniature swan-shaped salt cellars (or salts) from the esteemed French porcelain house R. Montigny & Cie Limoges. This exquisite set is presented in its original, fitted faux-crocodile skin gift box with a silk-lined interior.

The swans are sculpted from fine French porcelain: one swan features a rich matte brown glaze, while inside is finished in a striking lustrous gold gilt glaze, offering a beautiful contrast. Both swans feature tiny hand-painted gold accents on their beaks. The base of each swan is marked "R. Montigny & Cie Limoges," a company that often produced highly decorative, mid-century pieces.

This luxurious, complete set, likely created in the 1950s or 1960s, is a stunning example of decorative French porcelain from the Limoges region, near the famous Loire Valley in France. The set also includes two miniature gold-tone spoons, securing its status as a highly collectible and decorative item perfect for a vanity, dressing table, or formal dining setting.

Item Details & Condition:
• Maker: R. Montigny & Cie Limoges (Marked on base)
• Era: Mid-20th Century (Circa 1950s–1960s)
• Origin: Limoges, France (Near the Loire Region)
• Composition: Fine French Porcelain, Matte Glaze, Gold Gilt Glaze, Gold-Tone Spoons, Faux-Crocodile Skin Box
• Set Includes: 2 Swan Salt Cellars, 2 Miniature Spoons, 1 Presentation Box
• Condition: very good vintage condition. The porcelain and gilt are intact. The original presentation shows signs of wear consistent with age but is clean inside. See less