Antique Haviland Limoges Schleiger 270 Dinnerware Set - Service for 12, 107 PCS

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Savor the ultimate in French luxury and entertaining with this breathtaking, exceptionally complete antique Haviland Limoges dinnerware service. Manufactured and … Read more Savor the ultimate in French luxury and entertaining with this breathtaking, exceptionally complete antique Haviland Limoges dinnerware service. Manufactured and hand-decorated in Limoges, France between 1894 and 1931, this investment-grade set features the highly coveted Schleiger 270 pattern. The heirloom-quality design showcases delicate, trailing pink floral sprays accented by exquisite scalloped, brushed-gold encrusted rims.E

Each piece bears the authentic double backstamp highly prized by collectors: the green underglaze manufacturing mark ("Haviland France") alongside the brick-red overglaze decorating mark ("Haviland & Co. Limoges"), proving the pattern was decorated directly inside Haviland's own legendary art studios.

In 1842, David Haviland transformed Limoges into the porcelain capital of the world, creating a cradle of limitless ceramic art. Today, the Haviland name remains entirely synonymous with prestigious French craftsmanship and luxury tableware.

Perfect for hosting magnificent, formal multi-course dinner parties, this expansive estate set includes an extensive 7-piece place setting for 12 guests, alongside a remarkably rare and comprehensive assortment of matching serving ware, platters, and specialty dishes.

84 Place Setting Pieces: 12 Dinner, 12 Lunch, 12 Soup, 12 Bread & Butter, 12 Berry Bowls, 12 Cups, and 12 Saucers.

12 Crescent Chop Plates / Bone Dishes

11 Specialized Serving Pieces: 1 Teapot, 1 Creamer, 1 Sugar Bowl, 1 Milk Pitcher, 1 Gravy Boat, 1 Butter Dish (counted as 3 pieces: base, insert, lid), and 2 Butter Pats.

11 Large Platters & Casseroles: 2 Round Covered Casseroles, 1 Oval Covered Casserole, 2 Oval Serving Bowls, 2 Shallow Round Serving Dishes, 2 Round Serving Bowls, 1 Large Round Platter, and 2 Chop Platters.

4 Oval Platters / Dishes: 1 Large Oval, 1 Medium Oval, 1 Small Oval Platter, and 1 Small Oval Serving Dish.

Place Setting Breakdown (Service for 12)

12 Dinner Plates (9 ¾")
12 Luncheon Plates (8 ½")
12 Soup Bowls (7 ½")
12 Bread & Butter Plates (6 ½")
12 Berry Bowls (5 ½")
12 Tea Cups
12 Saucers

Rare Serving Pieces & Specialty Dishware (23 Pieces Total)

1 Teapot (9" x 7")
1 Creamer (4" x 4 ¾")
1 Covered Sugar Bowl (5" x 6 ½")
1 Milk Pitcher (5 ½" x 6 ¼")
1 Gravy Boat with attached underplate (8 ¾" x 6")
1 Butter Dish (3-piece set including base, insert, and lid; 8" x 4 ½")
2 Butter Pats (5")
12 Crescent Chop Plates / Bone Dishes (8" x 3 ½")
2 Round Covered Casserole Dishes (10 ½" x 8 ½" x 5 ½")
1 Oval Covered Casserole Dish (12" x 7 ¼" x 6")
2 Oval Serving Bowls (10" x 8" x 2 ½")
2 Shallow Round Serving Dishes (8 ¾" x 2")
2 Round Serving Bowls (9 ½" x 2 ¼" and 9 ¼" x 2 ½")
1 Large Round Platter (13" x 12 ½" x 1 ½")
2 Chop Platters (11" x 10" x 1 ½" and 10 ¾" x 10" x 1 ½")
1 Large Oval Platter (14" x 10" x 1 ¾")
1 Medium Oval Platter (14" x 7 ½" x 1 ½")1 Small Oval Platter (12" x 6" x 1 ¾")
1 Small Oval Serving Dish (7 ½" x 4 ¼" x 2")

Shipping & Handling: To ensure this magnificent set arrives safely, it will be meticulously wrapped and insured. See less