Large Vintage French Limoges Porcelain Ashtray With Birds of Paradise & 22k Gold Gilding

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An exquisite large mid-century porcelain cigar or cigarette ashtray perfectly capturing classical French elegance. Made by the renowned Porcelaine Limoges … Read more An exquisite large mid-century porcelain cigar or cigarette ashtray perfectly capturing classical French elegance. Made by the renowned Porcelaine Limoges Castel in France exclusively for the luxury British retailer Chinacraft, this piece features a remarkably vibrant, hand-finished motif of colorful birds of paradise nestled among scrolling gold tendrils and delicate wildflowers.

The heavy, scalloped porcelain body is framed by a brilliantly thick, hand-applied gold gilded rim with three generous wells. Given Castel’s historic reputation for utilizing premium finishes, the rich, buttery sheen of the gold is indicative of high-karat gold leaf (typically 22K), which has preserved its impeccable luster beautifully over the decades.

Whether styled as a sophisticated tabletop statement piece, used as a grand catchall bowl on an entry console, or integrated into a maximalist gallery display, this striking piece brings an air of Old World refinement to the modern home. See less