A set of four hand-painted porcelain lidded boxes, comprising three examples from Limoges and one by another French manufacturer. Executed in various shapes and decorated with floral motifs, gilding, and decorative metal mounts. All pieces are marked.
Origin: France.
Material: Hand-painted porcelain.
Dimensions: H. 1–4 cm, W. 2.5–5 cm, L. 4–5.5 cm.
Period: Circa 1930s.
Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear.
Bio:
Limoges has been the centre of French porcelain production since the late 18th century and became internationally renowned for its high-quality hand-painted porcelain. During the first half of the 20th century, both the Limoges factories and other French porcelain manufacturers produced elegant miniature lidded boxes decorated with floral motifs, gilding, and finely crafted metal mounts. Today they are highly sought after by collectors for their exceptional craftsmanship and timeless French elegance.