Charming Hand-Painted Limoges Landscape Plate - French Country Artistry C. 1900

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A Picturesque Countryside Captured in Porcelain
This delightful hand-painted porcelain plate showcases the exceptional artistry that made Limoges France's premier … Read more A Picturesque Countryside Captured in Porcelain
This delightful hand-painted porcelain plate showcases the exceptional artistry that made Limoges France's premier porcelain destination. Created circa 1900 during the golden age of French decorative arts, this piece captures the essence of the French countryside in miniature - a pastoral landscape lovingly rendered by skilled artisan hands.
Distinctive Design Features
Unique Square Format with Folded Corners

Elegant 8" x 8" square plate with sophisticated folded corner details
Unusual shape that sets it apart from typical round serving pieces
Architectural design elements that add visual interest and sophistication

Hand-Painted Country Landscape

Charming pastoral scene celebrating the French countryside
Delicate brushwork showcasing traditional landscape painting techniques
Soft, romantic palette typical of turn-of-the-century French art

Limoges Excellence
Limoges has been synonymous with the finest French porcelain since the 18th century, when the discovery of pure kaolin clay in the region established it as France's porcelain capital. This piece represents the exceptional quality and artistic tradition that made Limoges porcelain coveted worldwide.
Specifications

Size: Approximately 8" x 8" square
Origin: Limoges, France
Period: Circa 1900
Technique: Hand-painted porcelain
Condition: Very good with minimal gold rubbing
Style: French Country/Belle Époque

Collector's Appeal
The turn of the 20th century marked a particularly artistic period for Limoges porcelain, when pieces like this combined traditional craftsmanship with the romantic sensibilities of the Belle Époque era. The square format with folded corners is especially desirable, as it represents the period's experimentation with form and function.
Condition Notes
Excellent vintage condition with only minor gold rubbing - a testament to careful ownership over more than a century. This gentle aging adds authenticity and confirms the piece's genuine vintage status.
Perfect For

French country or cottage décor
Collectors of Limoges porcelain
Wall display or special occasion serving
Those who appreciate hand-painted artistry
Gifts for francophiles or porcelain enthusiasts

A rare square format that combines Limoges quality with charming French countryside artistry.

This piece exemplifies why Limoges remains the gold standard in French porcelain - exceptional craftsmanship, artistic beauty, and enduring quality that spans generations. See less