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A refined Belle Époque porcelain service produced by GDA (Gérard, Dufraisseix & Abbot) of Limoges, France, dating circa 1910. The …
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A refined Belle Époque porcelain service produced by GDA (Gérard, Dufraisseix & Abbot) of Limoges, France, dating circa 1910. The elegant tapered pot and matching demitasse cups are hand-painted with flowing yellow irises set against a soft green ground, capturing the naturalistic movement central to the Art Nouveau aesthetic.
The tall pot, finished with a sculptural gilt handle and finial, was intended for serving breakfast chocolate or coffee. Each cup and saucer repeats the iris motif, creating a cohesive botanical presentation equally suited for display or use.
The service retains the romantic sophistication associated with Belle Époque interiors. Ideal for styling a breakfast room, glass-front cabinet, or layered tabletop vignette where Art Nouveau detail adds warmth and movement to a space.
COLLECTOR'S NOTE
The iris was one of the defining motifs of the Art Nouveau movement, symbolizing nature, renewal, and fluidity of form. Limoges factories such as GDA produced finely shaped whiteware that was often hand-decorated by skilled studio painters, resulting in services that combined industrial precision with individual artistry. Pieces from this period reflect a shift away from rigid Victorian ornament toward organic design influenced by botanical illustration and the emerging modern aesthetic of the early 20th century.
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 10.5ʺH
- Styles
- Art Nouveau
- Belle Epoque
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Light Green
- Condition Notes
- Very good antique condition consistent with age and use. Light wear to the gilt as expected on a service of … moreVery good antique condition consistent with age and use. Light wear to the gilt as expected on a service of this period. One small chip is present to the interior rim of the lid, not visible when the lid is in place. No other cracks or repairs observed. Please review photographs for details. less
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