Set of Six Antique Limoges Porcelain Dessert Plates by Wm. Guérin and Co.
Set of Six Antique Limoges Porcelain Dessert Plates by Wm. Guérin and Co.
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Additional Description:
An elegant set of six antique French porcelain dinner plates produced by Wm. Guérin & Co. of Limoges, renowned for their high-quality blanks and refined decoration during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Each plate features a luminous white ground accented by intricately applied gilt ornamentation along the rim, combining both raised and burnished gold detailing. Delicate hand-painted floral sprays in soft tones of pink, blue, and green add a subtle romantic quality, beautifully balanced against the richly decorated borders.
The craftsmanship reflects the hallmarks of fine Limoges production, with layered gilding techniques that create depth and visual texture. The reverse of each plate bears the Limoges factory mark along with the Wm. Guérin & Co. decorator’s stamp, confirming authenticity and origin.
Equally suited for elegant table settings or display, this set offers timeless appeal and versatility within both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Era:
Early 20th Century (circa 1900–1925)
History:
Limoges, France has long been the center of fine porcelain production, with its kaolin-rich region supporting some of the most prestigious makers in Europe. Wm. Guérin & Co. was among the notable firms producing high-quality porcelain for both domestic use and export, often supplying decorated wares to upscale markets.
Provenance:
Limoges, France. Marked to the reverse with Wm. Guérin & Co. and Limoges factory stamps.
Materials:
Fine porcelain with hand-applied gilt decoration
Dimensions:
TBD
Disclaimers / Condition:
Very good antique condition:
Minor wear to gilt consistent with age and use
Light surface wear typical of antique porcelain
No major chips or cracks observed
Additional Description:
An elegant set of six antique French porcelain dinner plates produced by Wm. Guérin & Co. of Limoges, renowned for their high-quality blanks and refined decoration during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Each plate features a luminous white ground accented by intricately applied gilt ornamentation along the rim, combining both raised and burnished gold detailing. Delicate hand-painted floral sprays in soft tones of pink, blue, and green add a subtle romantic quality, beautifully balanced against the richly decorated borders.
The craftsmanship reflects the hallmarks of fine Limoges production, with layered gilding techniques that create depth and visual texture. The reverse of each plate bears the Limoges factory mark along with the Wm. Guérin & Co. decorator’s stamp, confirming authenticity and origin.
Equally suited for elegant table settings or display, this set offers timeless appeal and versatility within both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Era:
Early 20th Century (circa 1900–1925)
History:
Limoges, France has long been the center of fine porcelain production, with its kaolin-rich region supporting some of the most prestigious makers in Europe. Wm. Guérin & Co. was among the notable firms producing high-quality porcelain for both domestic use and export, often supplying decorated wares to upscale markets.
Provenance:
Limoges, France. Marked to the reverse with Wm. Guérin & Co. and Limoges factory stamps.
Materials:
Fine porcelain with hand-applied gilt decoration
Dimensions:
TBD
Disclaimers / Condition:
Very good antique condition:
Minor wear to gilt consistent with age and use
Light surface wear typical of antique porcelain
No major chips or cracks observed