Limoges Porcelain
History of Limoges
Limoges
porcelain factory was established in the 18th century and makes the
finest, purest white porcelain in the world. Marco Polo
first discovered the translucent ceramic in the late 18th century while in
China. He called it porcelain which is Latin for seashell. In the
beginning all porcelain had to be imported from China. Europeans were
anxious to discover the secret. By the 16th century (17th century in France)
they had soft porcelain which looked the same but lacked the hardness.
The royal factory at Sèvres was known throughout Europe for their artistic
mastery. In 1709, Boettger, in Saxony, discovered kaolin and the
secret formula, and the factory at Meissen was founded. In 1761 the formula was
sold to Sèvres. In 1765 the purest kaolin mine in Europe
was discovered in Limoges. The first porcelain factory was established
there in 1771, was sold to the King in 1784, and nationalized during the French
Revolution. Today,
Limoges artisans use the same techniques and sometimes even the same
molds, and stamp each piece "Limoges France." Perfect for gifts
and your own private collection. These
highly prized works of art are made with the same skill as those collected for
hundreds of years by royalty and others in search of perfection. All with the ease of online
shopping. Also see Limoges
Porcelain
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| Phonograph Limoges
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Monet Water Lilies Limoges
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| Limoges artisans with a sure sense of humor hand paint each hinged
box, concealing a surprise inside. Our exclusive Phonograph box with
treble clef clasp features a music-loving cat with a removable porcelain
record inside. Made in France |
Everyone’s favorite Impressionist is celebrated in porcelain
keepsakes hand painted in Limoges. The Water Lilies box opens to reveal
a frog painted on a lily pad. Each features a decorative clasp. Made in
France |
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| Limoges Adirondack Chair
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Limoges Lighthouse
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| Save your memories of a seaside holiday with these charming
collectibles. Handcrafted in legendary Limoges, each porcelain box is
hand painted with authentic detail. A seagull perches on the arm of the
Adirondack Chair box, with an ocean view painted inside |
Save your memories of a seaside holiday with these charming
collectibles. Handcrafted in legendary Limoges, each porcelain box is
hand painted with authentic detail. The Lighthouse box’s anchor clasp
opens to a painted seascape inside |
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| Limoges Napping Pig
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Limoges Sailboat
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| Porcelain collectibles are hand painted with whimsical detail inside
and out. Napping in the shade of an umbrella, the Pig dreams of the
painted picnic lunch and removable porcelain watermelon slice inside the
box. |
Save your memories of a seaside holiday with these charming
collectibles. Handcrafted in legendary Limoges, each porcelain box is
hand painted with authentic detail. A couple in swimsuits frolic on the
deck of the Sailboat box, a Gump’s exclusive. Unlatch its clasp to
reveal a porcelain life buoy and painted anchor |
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| Limoges Chapeau de Paris
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Yellow Chick Limoges
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| Treasures with a French accent celebrate the fashions and pleasures
of Paris. Each miniature box is handcrafted of porcelain in Limoges,
France, and painted by hand, so no two are exactly alike. Chapeau de
Paris is topped with painted flowers, braided ribbon and a feather
plume; its charming brass clasp opens to reveal a feather painted inside |
Tuck one of these tiny treasures into a special Easter basket.
Handmade in Limoges of fine white porcelain, each is painted by hand
with fine detail. Clever brass clasps and surprises inside only add to
the delight. The cheery Yellow Chick with hen clasp conceals a painted
flower and removable porcelain Easter egg |
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