Set Of Five French Limoges Porcelain Hand-painted Floral Custard Pots (pots à Crème)
Cream pots (pots à crème) crafted in white Limoges hard-paste porcelain.
Each pot features a molded ribbed body with a gilt-accented rococo scroll handle and a fitted lid crowned by a gilded leaf finial. Hand-painted with vibrant polychrome floral sprays—including roses, tulips, and forget-me-nots—and framed with fine gold gilt borders.
Stamped "Limoges FRANCE" on the base.
France (Limoges), late 19th century (circa 1880–1900).
H_9.5 cm W_8.5 cm (with handle) D_6.5 cm.
Very good overall condition.
Covered custard pots were quintessential elements of 19th-century French formal dinner services. The delicacy of Limoges white porcelain paired with hand-painted Rococo-revival botanical bouquets reflects the refined dining etiquette of Belle Époque France
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1839196
Availability: In stock
