Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Blakeman & Henderson Coiffe Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Cake Platter

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Antique Blakeman & Henderson Coiffe Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Cake Platter – Early 1900s

This stunning French Art Nouveau Limoges cake … Read more Antique Blakeman & Henderson Coiffe Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Cake Platter – Early 1900s

This stunning French Art Nouveau Limoges cake serving platter is a rare and collectible example of early 20th-century European porcelain craftsmanship. Created by Blakeman & Henderson and produced on Coiffe Limoges porcelain, this piece was exported for J.W. Putts Co., Baltimore, a prominent American retailer of fine china during the early 1900s.

Historical Significance:
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Limoges, France, was the epicenter of high-quality porcelain production. The Coiffe Limoges factory, renowned for its finely molded and glazed whiteware, supplied blank porcelain to various prestigious decorating studios. Blakeman & Henderson, an American firm operating in Limoges, specialized in decorating these fine porcelain pieces with elegant hand-painted designs, often featuring floral motifs, gilded embellishments, and Art Nouveau aesthetics. Their works were highly sought after in the U.S. and Europe, making them prized collectibles today.

Design & Features
• Hand-painted pink roses in soft, naturalistic hues
• Exquisite gilded accents along the scalloped rim, reflecting the opulence of the Art Nouveau period
• High-quality Limoges porcelain, known for its translucency, durability, and superior artistry

Dimensions
• Width: 10 3/4”
• Depth: 10 1/4”
• Height: 1 1/4”

This rare and valuable Limoges cake platter is not just a functional serving piece but a work of art that embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of the early 1900s. A perfect addition for collectors of fine porcelain or those who appreciate timeless French artistry. See less