1900s Haviland France Limoges Carnation Plate

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HAVILAND LIMOGES CARNATION PLATE
Era: 1900-1909
Maker: Haviland
Origin: Limoges, France

OVERVIEW:
A hand-painted Haviland Limoges cabinet plate featuring a … Read more HAVILAND LIMOGES CARNATION PLATE
Era: 1900-1909
Maker: Haviland
Origin: Limoges, France

OVERVIEW:
A hand-painted Haviland Limoges cabinet plate featuring a naturalistic carnation design, demonstrating the high quality of French porcelain decoration during the late Victorian/early Edwardian period.

SPECIFICATIONS:
• Diameter: 7.5 inches
• Material: Porcelain
• Marks: "Haviland France"
• Origin: Limoges, France
• Style: Victorian/Belle Époque

DESIGN ELEMENTS:
• Painted Design:
- Pink and burgundy carnations
- Delicate green foliage
- Misty blue background
- Naturalistic composition
- Free-form arrangement

• Decorative Features:
- Scalloped gold rim
- Hand-painted flowers
- Soft color palette
- Artistic shading
- Watercolor-like effects

• Technical Details:
- Fine white porcelain body
- Gilt trim application
- Glazed finish
- Scalloped edge


CONDITION:
Excellent Antique Condition
• Minor age-related wear
- Micro abrasions
- Minimal gilt wear
- No chips or cracks
- Original paint intact
- Clean surface

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
This plate dates from a significant period in Haviland's history, when the company was at its artistic peak. The naturalistic floral design reflects the continued influence of Victorian aesthetic preferences into the early 20th century.

MAKER'S MARKS:
• "Haviland France"

DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS:
• Cabinet display piece
• Victorian interior accent
• Wall plate collection
• Formal dining room decor
• Antique porcelain showcase

COLLECTING NOTE:
Early 20th century Haviland pieces with identifiable artist marks are particularly desirable to collectors, representing the height of French porcelain artistry before more standardized production methods became common. See less