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Pair Of Vases – Birds – Balleroy Porcelain From Limoges – Signed G. Rosier – 40 Cm
Pair of Vases – Birds – Balleroy Porcelain in Limoges. Signed G. Rosier.
Pair of vases “Jays and Magpies. G. Rosier”.
Porcelain, polychrome painting, gilding.
France, 1900–1920, Balleroy factory in Limoges. Signed G. Rosier.
Balleroy & Cie marks on the reverse.
Height: 40 cm.
Excellent condition.
General Description:
A pair of highly artistic and relatively rare vases, made in Limoges from hard-paste porcelain, decorated with entirely hand-painted designs and highlighted with gold on the neck.
The decoration depicts realistic scenes of birds—magpies and jays—against a misty forest landscape. The compositions, conceived as mirror images, complement each other harmoniously according to the classic principle of decorative objects in pairs. These vases testify to the high level of artistic mastery characteristic of Limoges and are among the finest examples of early 20th-century porcelain painting.
Manufacturer and Marks:
The reverses bear the mark: B & C° — LIMOGES — FRANCE. This is the mark of the Balleroy & Cie workshop, one of the Limoges decorating studios specializing in high-quality artistic painting on porcelain.
These workshops generally acquired biscuit forms or pre-fired pieces from large manufacturers (Haviland, Lanternier, etc.) and then applied their own painted decoration, thus giving each piece its own unique character.
Artist:
G. Rosier.
Both vases bear the signature G. Rosier. This artist worked in Limoges in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
His stylistic characteristics include:
• particularly detailed ornithological painting;
• soft and luminous skies;
• a slightly impressionistic touch in the depiction of trees;
• a realistic rendering of the birds' plumage and postures.
Such works were generally made to order or in small series, which enhances their artistic and collector's value.
Dating:
Based on the pictorial style, signature, mark, and gilding, the set can be dated to around 1900–1920, a period corresponding to the golden age of Limoges porcelain art.
Artistic Characteristics:
• Excellent precision in the depiction of the birds—anatomy, feather texture, and expressiveness of the gaze.
• Harmonious forest landscapes evoking a misty morning atmosphere.
• Paired design, with the compositions mirroring each other, enhancing both decorative and collectible value.
• Almost intact gilding on the neck.
• Vivid and rich palette, without alterations or discolored areas. Condition:
• Porcelain without chips or cracks;
• Regular and glossy glaze, without craquelure;
• Gilding preserved almost entirely. The condition is excellent, a particularly important aspect for pieces over a century old.
Collectible Value:
Pairs of ornithological vases of this quality are highly sought after on the European antiques market. Ornithological motifs are among the most sought-after.
The presence of a complete pair is a major advantage: in most cases, only one piece survives to the present day, making this set all the more rare and valuable to collectors.
Ref: 5027
Pair of vases “Jays and Magpies. G. Rosier”.
Porcelain, polychrome painting, gilding.
France, 1900–1920, Balleroy factory in Limoges. Signed G. Rosier.
Balleroy & Cie marks on the reverse.
Height: 40 cm.
Excellent condition.
General Description:
A pair of highly artistic and relatively rare vases, made in Limoges from hard-paste porcelain, decorated with entirely hand-painted designs and highlighted with gold on the neck.
The decoration depicts realistic scenes of birds—magpies and jays—against a misty forest landscape. The compositions, conceived as mirror images, complement each other harmoniously according to the classic principle of decorative objects in pairs. These vases testify to the high level of artistic mastery characteristic of Limoges and are among the finest examples of early 20th-century porcelain painting.
Manufacturer and Marks:
The reverses bear the mark: B & C° — LIMOGES — FRANCE. This is the mark of the Balleroy & Cie workshop, one of the Limoges decorating studios specializing in high-quality artistic painting on porcelain.
These workshops generally acquired biscuit forms or pre-fired pieces from large manufacturers (Haviland, Lanternier, etc.) and then applied their own painted decoration, thus giving each piece its own unique character.
Artist:
G. Rosier.
Both vases bear the signature G. Rosier. This artist worked in Limoges in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
His stylistic characteristics include:
• particularly detailed ornithological painting;
• soft and luminous skies;
• a slightly impressionistic touch in the depiction of trees;
• a realistic rendering of the birds' plumage and postures.
Such works were generally made to order or in small series, which enhances their artistic and collector's value.
Dating:
Based on the pictorial style, signature, mark, and gilding, the set can be dated to around 1900–1920, a period corresponding to the golden age of Limoges porcelain art.
Artistic Characteristics:
• Excellent precision in the depiction of the birds—anatomy, feather texture, and expressiveness of the gaze.
• Harmonious forest landscapes evoking a misty morning atmosphere.
• Paired design, with the compositions mirroring each other, enhancing both decorative and collectible value.
• Almost intact gilding on the neck.
• Vivid and rich palette, without alterations or discolored areas. Condition:
• Porcelain without chips or cracks;
• Regular and glossy glaze, without craquelure;
• Gilding preserved almost entirely. The condition is excellent, a particularly important aspect for pieces over a century old.
Collectible Value:
Pairs of ornithological vases of this quality are highly sought after on the European antiques market. Ornithological motifs are among the most sought-after.
The presence of a complete pair is a major advantage: in most cases, only one piece survives to the present day, making this set all the more rare and valuable to collectors.
Ref: 5027
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