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. Go to:
L'Objet Candles in Limoges Porcelain,
L'Objet Limoges Porcelain,
Bernardaud,
Bernardaud Serveware and Gifts
 
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Bernardaud Aux Oiseaux Coupe Oval Platter |
Bernardaud Venise Round Tart Platter, 13 |
| Embellished with a menagerie of songbirds, this nature-inspired porcelain
coupe oval plate from Bernardaud brings an elegantly fanciful look to your
table. 15.5"L x 11"W |
Venice's magnificent architecture and brocade textiles inform this stunning
Bernardaud pattern. Ornate designs rendered in gleaming 24K gold lend lavish
detail to fine porcelain. |
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Elephant Commemorative Plate |
Bernardaud Divine Porcelain Rectangular Dish |
Ballerina Commemorative Plate |
| An inflatable elephant was one of the first inflatables
Jeff Koons worked with when he first moved to New York as a young artist
in the late Seventies. In 2003, Koons referenced the inflatable in his sculpture,
Elephant, that is depicted on this limited edition Bernardaud plate. |
Bring a luxurious element to formal dining with shimmering platinum-embellished
porcelain dinnerware by Bernardaud. 8"L x 6.5"W |
The Ballerinas cup plate made in collaboration with
Jeff Koons, represents an image of the eponymous sculpture made between
2010 and 2014 from his mythical Antiquity series. Inspired by a small porcelain
figurine representing two dancers, the artist transformed the ready-made
into a monumental sculpture 2.50 m high. The artwork communicates beauty,
hope and assertiveness, while the reflective surface and subtle color nuances
deal with time and metaphysics. |
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In Bloom Rectangular Porcelain Tray |
Set of 6 Commemorative Plates |
| By using precise brush strokes, the artist, Zemer
Peled, has captured both the gesture and texture of a blue floral explosion.
Rectangular tray is made of porcelain. Approx. 8.5"L x 7.5"W. |
Set of six assorted plates. All plates within the
set will come with the same edition number. Born in 1955 in York, Pennsylvania,
Jeff Koons is without question one of the most important living artists.
He is among the few who successfully extract the essentials from avant-gardism,
most notably Pop Art. In his hands, even the most familiar, everyday items
transcend commonality to become true icons that manifest the essence of
American popular culture. Yet on a broader scope, we are presented with
positive messages of acceptance and humanity, themes which resonate universally.
Koons works are exhibited throughout the world and are found in numerous
public and private collections. 12.2" diameter. |
 
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Bernardaud L'Art de la Table Details by Jean-Michel Alberola Dinner and
Salad Plates, Set of 12 |
Set of 3 Balloon Dog (Magenta, Orange, Yellow) |
Diamond (Red), 2020 |
| Bernardaud collaborated with twelve renowned artists from around the
world to create the L'Art de la Table collection. Featuring entirely original
designs on premium porcelain, each assortment brings the refined beauty
of museum-quality artwork to the dining table. French painter Jean-Michel
Alberola teaches at the École des Beaux Arts in Paris, where he is a prominent
figure in the art scene. |
An elegant box combining the three Balloon Dog, one
of each color, each with the same numbering. Balloon Dog is an iconic work
within the highly acclaimed Celebration series, which Jeff Koons began in
the mid 1990s. The Celebration artworks reference certain times of year
(holidays and birthdays) but also the celebration of the cycle of life.
What else could suggest the cheer of children's parties more eloquently
than a colorful balloon, twisted into the instantly recognizable form of
a dog. According to the artist, "It is about celebration and childhood and
color and simplicity, but it's also a Trojan horse. It's a Trojan horse
to the whole body of art work." Balloon Dog has the profoundness of an archaic
sculpture. |
The Diamond is part of Jeff Koons's Celebration series
produced between 1994 and 2005, which focuses on the calendar of holidays.
Five unique colors (Green, Pink, Blue, Yellow, Red) made in mirror polished
stainless steel with transparent color coating measuring 78 x 87 x 87 inches
have been transposed in porcelain in a limited series at the Bernardaud
Manufacture in Limoges. No detail, such as the seductive reflective surface
was compromised in rendering this diamond in porcelain. Koons, intrigued
by Limoges porcelain, partnered with Bernardaud to realize this complex
work. For over 155 years Bernardaud has worked with the most skilled artisans
at their workshop in Limoges and has created new technologies to achieve
the porcelain art pieces made in collaboration with Jeff Koons. |
Elad Yifrach, a former interior designer, introduced L'Objet in
2004. With a collection that blends ancient techniques with a modern sensibility,
L'Objet features beautiful dinnerware, table linens, serveware, and accessories
that are carefully handmade by European and Asian master craftsmen. The L'Objet
collection also includes accents for the home, including frames, candles, and desk
accessories, many of which are crafted from 24-karat gold, platinum, and other fine
materials.
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Lapis Candle |
Leopard Candle with Rose Quartz, 10 oz. |
Bibliotheque Gold Candle |
| Handcrafted of Limoges porcelain. Hand-painted finish with 24-kt. gold
accents. Lid adorned with semiprecious stone. 3.5"Dia. x 4.5"T. Burn time,
approximately 35 hours. |
Reminiscent of keepsakes from a global adventure or discoveries found
in a cabinet of curiosities, L'Objet candles evoke a world of fascination
and wonder. The handcrafted collection features delicate finial details,
24K gold accents and an intoxicating signature fragrance of Pink Champagne.
Handcrafted candle with signature Pink Champagne fragrance. Limoges porcelain
with 24k gold details and rose quartz cabochon. Paraffin wax candle. 3.5"Dia.
x 4.5"T. 10 oz. / 283.5 g |
Reminiscent of keepsakes or discoveries found in a cabinet of curiosities,
this candle encapsulates fascination and craftsmanship. Made of Limoges
porcelain. Hand-gilded 24-kt. gold accents. 4.5"Dia. x 5"T; burn time, approximately
35 hours. |
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Crocodile Round Box |
Gold Crocodile Candle |
Elephant Noir Candle |
| Handcrafted round box. Hand-applied 14-karat gold. Limoges porcelain.
3.1"Dia. x 1.5"T. |
Candle scent pink champagne. Container handcrafted of fine black Limoges
porcelain with 14-kt. gold-plated accents. Includes fitted lid with clasp
sculpted in the shape of an crocodile. From L'Objet. 4.5"Dia. x 3.5"T.
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Container made of Limoges porcelain. Hand-sculpted finial. Hand-gilded
24-kt. gold accents. Scent: Vetiver D'Orient. 3.5"Dia. x 5"T; burn time,
approximately 35 hours. |
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Turtleshell-Lidded Candle |
Key/Tassel Candle |
Cinnabar Candle |
| Handcrafted Limoges porcelain candle. Fragrance: Vetiver D'Orient. Burn
time is approximately 35 hours. 5.5"Dia. x 3.5"T. |
Hand-painted candle. Limoges porcelain. 3.5"Dia. x 5"T. |
Container made of Limoges porcelain. Hand-gilded 24-kt. gold accents.
Scent: Vetiver D'Orient. 4.5"Dia. x 3.5"T; burn time, approximately 35 hours.
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Haas Mojave Palm Candle |
No. 75 The Russe 3-Wick Candle, 35 oz. |
| One-wick candle in a porcelain vessel Approx. 3.5"L x 4.3"W Item Weight
(Lbs.): 1.0 |
Triple-wick candle is made of paraffin wax Fragrance notes: amber, Russian
leather, lemon zest Limoges porcelain jar with brass lid When candle is
burned through, jar can be washed out and used as decorative container
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"Bird Cage" Candle |
Black Spider Candle |
Malachite Candle |
| Reminiscent of keepsakes or discoveries found in a cabinet of curiosities,
this charming "bird cage" candle features a finely detailed bird finial
on its fitted lid and exudes the intoxicating scent of pink champagne. And
when the candle is gone, the porcelain vessel can be re-used for keepsakes
and trinkets. |
Hand-painted candle. Crystal spider on lid. Limoges porcelain. 4"Dia.
x 3.5"T. |
Limoges porcelain candle. Semi-precious stone as lid handle. Candle
is pink-champagne scent. 3.5"Dia. x 6.25"T. Burn time is approximately 60
hours. |
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Jasmin d'Inde Candle - No. 6 |
The Russe Candle - No. 75 |
| Container made of Limoges porcelain and brass. Paraffin single-wick
candle. Scent: top notes: saffron, cumin, nutmeg, and green leaves; middle
notes: jasmine grandiflorum, jasmine sambac absolute, and ylang moheli;
bottom notes: patchouli, Peruvian balsam, sandalwood, birch tar, and civet.
After candle has burned completely through, place container under hot water
to dissolve remaining wax. The vessel can then serve as a decorative container.
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Container made of Limoges porcelain and brass. Paraffin single-wick
candle. Scent: top notes: lemon zest and coriander seeds; middle notes:
hay oil, beeswax absolute, and milk lactones; bottom notes: patchouli fraction,
amber, and Russian leather. After candle has burned completely through,
place container under hot water to dissolve remaining wax. The vessel can
then serve as a decorative container. |
 
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L'Objet Haas Lazy Susan Catchall |
Haas Lukas Soup Monster Tureen |
Haas Monster Ball Incense Burner |
| The L'Objet Haas Brothers collection is a meeting of imaginative minds
and skilled hands, with designs inspired by the otherworldly landscape of
Joshua Tree. Lazy Susan can add whimsy to desk and library decor as a catchall
or serve as a playful candy dish. Dimensions: 8"L x 6"W x 4.5"H |
Set includes: serving bowl and ladle. From the Haas Collection, featuring
a family of fun and imaginative creatures. Dimensions: serving bowl 13"L
x 8"W x 12"H; ladle 11"L x 3.5"W. Earthenware/24K gold plating |
From the Haas Collection, featuring a family of fun and imaginative
creatures. Unique design allows you to light incense and conceal it under
the monster's porcelain torso. As the incense smolders its fragrant smoke
is released through the creature's brass horns. Dimensions: 9.5"D x 14"H.
Porcelain/brass/24k gold |
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Crocodile Medium Rectangle Tray |
Leopard Dessert Plates, Set of 4 |
Leopard Medium Tray |
| All L'OBJET collections are made with exceptional materials, and with
proper use and care, will last for generations. Hand-painted Limoges porcelain.
12"L x 6"W. |
The striking bold of the Leopard collection brings a sophisticated energy
to any space. Made of Limoges porcelain with hand-gilded 24K gold accents
that match the drama of this commanding design. Dessert plates made of Limoges
porcelain. 24-karat gold accents. Hand-painted design. Contains lead. Presented
in a luxury gift box set of four. Approx. 8"Dia. each. |
The striking bold of the Leopard collection brings a sophisticated energy
to any space. Made of Limoges porcelain with hand-gilded 24K gold accents
that match the drama of this commanding design. Tray made of Limoges porcelain.
Hand-painted 24-karat gold. Contains lead. Presented in a luxury gift box.
Approx. 12"L x 6"W. |
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Crocodile Desk Tray |
Crocodile Pen Cup |
Crocodile Rectangular Box |
| Handcrafted Limoges porcelain tray. Hand-applied 14-karat gold. 6"Sq.
x 0.5T. |
Handcrafted pen cup. Limoges porcelain. Accented with hand-applied 14-kt.
gold. 2"Dia. x 3"T. |
Handcrafted Limoges porcelain box. Hand-applied 14-karat gold. 9"W x
4"D x 2"T. |
In the world of French art de vivre, Bernardaud is considered the
symbol of elite refinement and luxury. A porcelain creation signed by Bernardaud
is always appreciated and recognized the world over. Bernardaud artisans use the
same technique of hand-sculpting fine, bisque porcelain that was first demonstrated
by French artist Paul de Bourgoing in 1828. The glow of a candle shines through
the raised and carved surface to contrast light against shadow, revealing a richly
detailed design. Bernardaud VotiveLight™ candles add a warm, decorative glow to
any room of the home. For a dramatic effect, or to create a festive ambiance, delight
your dinner guests by replacing traditional candles with a Bernardaud VotiveLight™.
 
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Bernardaud Versailles Votive |
Bernardaud Sailboats Votive |
| For a dramatic effect, or to create a festive ambiance,
delight your dinner guests by replacing traditional candles with a Bernardaud
VotiveLight™. |
For a dramatic effect, or to create a festive ambiance,
delight your dinner guests by replacing traditional candles with a Bernardaud
VotiveLight™. |
 
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Bernardaud Amours Votive |
Bernardaud Orchids Votive |
| In the world of French art de vivre, Bernardaud is
considered the symbol of elite refinement and luxury. A porcelain creation
signed by Bernardaud is always appreciated and recognized the world over. |
Bernardaud VotiveLight candles add a warm, decorative
glow to any room of the home. |
 
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Bernardaud Butterflies in Flight Votive |
Bernardaud Paris Votive |
Bernardaud Hummingbirds Votive |
| In the world of French art de vivre, Bernardaud is
considered the symbol of elite refinement and luxury. A porcelain creation
signed by Bernardaud is always appreciated and recognized the world over. |
In the world of French art de vivre, Bernardaud is
considered the symbol of elite refinement and luxury. A porcelain creation
signed by Bernardaud is always appreciated and recognized the world over. |
For a dramatic effect, or to create a festive ambiance,
delight your dinner guests by replacing traditional candles with a Bernardaud
VotiveLight™. |
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