VERY RARE, ANTIQUE FRENCH RING. NOT HALLMARKED BUT TESTED IN RANGE OF 10 CT GOLD, MAYBE HIGHER. ABSOLUTELY SCARCE AND BEAUTIFUL EARLY LIMOGES FROM LATE 18TH CENTURY, CA. Famous all over the world for its impeccable porcelain, Limoges is the name of a city in France, the production of which began in 1770. Classic patterns, ornaments and paintings in the Renaissance style are the hallmark of truly royal luxury. Brooches, earrings and pendants are one of the types of porcelain products produced in the city of Limoges. Set with a portrait of Marianne – the allegorical personification of the Republic of France. Marianne is depicted wearing a Phrygian cap which represents liberty, equality and fraternity. She is rendered in the classical style, with her cap and garb highlighted in gilding and stands before a lapis ground. The porcelain panel, unsigned as early Limoges is bezel set upon a raised basket of yellow gold, which meets a split shank. UK SIZE N 1/2. 7.54 GRAMS WEIGHT. ANY STRANGE LINES SEE ON PICS ARE ONLY LIGHT REFLECTIONS. THANK YOU FOR VIEWING.
RARE Antique early 19th C French Limoges Kiln-fired Enamel Chest, Casket, Large Box. All items and photos are the express property of Antiques & Uncommon Treasure. No reproduction without prior written consent. We’ll be sending out sale notices and special deals to our’Favorites’ customers. Museum quality large French Limoges kiln-fired enamel casket, 5 large panels both convex and shaped in copper. Definitely done in the grisaille manner of the Renaissance French enamelists, 1500s, 1600s like Jules Laudin. Jean le Court, Pierre Courteys, but I believe this rare item is from first half of 1800s. Very heavy, the framework is in bronze. Very much a Renaissance look throughout. I have in mind the story played out on top and front figural panels might be that of Charlemagne. Cape, blue royal sash, white hair and big white horse, the figure in dominance does seem to be him, or his story. Lots of photos, linger over them to enjoy the exquisite details. Kiln-fired enamels are truly the most arduous works of art – spectacular work of a great Master, but I have not yet found a signature. I’ve done kiln-fired enamel, and for one to create something like this, an entire lifetime of apprenticeship to a Master, then becoming a Master is in evidence. Large at 9 1/2″ x 7 1/2″ at largest measurement of frame, each panel, were it removed and framed, would sell high and probably bring more than we’re asking for this truly incredible find. I have never seen one as beautifully crafted and in such a large size. The interior is lined, or perhaps relined in 1800s, a crimson silk nap velvet fabric and is complete. The working lock is slightly finicky, loose, but it is intact and with the original key – also quite amazing. Look at the Renaissance enamels of the men mentioned to see what I mean about the manner and quality of the work. I’ve included a sculpture of Charlemagne just for your comparison. It might be a while before I’m in the Louvre again. Yes, I did find this one in France, of course. Very good to excellent condition for age and type. To have a casket this large and with 5 richly worked plaque of copper, kiln-fired enamel is remarkable. That there is so little imperfection is that and more. I have put an “x” at the point of flaw, upper right or back right of lid, where the bronze has sustained a small dent. Under black light, and close inspection, I can see that what appears to be undamaged, does show a small area of enamel restoration in that spot. Otherwise, all panels or plaques remain excellent and free of chips, cracks, damage. The bronze framework may well have once been silver plated. I gave it a quick clean, and it appears it will brighten to high bronze color and finish if one wishes to have it, and will polish a bit more. I think its age and presentation is just truly fabulous, just as it is. RARE rare treat, this one! We’re easy to deal with. You are very important! Our fine inventory is very important. And your ranking of our performance is also very important! We wish to keep our 4.9 – 5 star ratings in all categories. We always insure our items BUT, more importantly, pack them extremely well knowing that most are not replaceable. Please remember that when leaving DSR ratings. Icon here or above to see more of our inventory, offerings and venues. We have a HUGE assortment of the finest antiques to be found online, all at your fingertips with Antiques & Uncommon Treasure. _gsrx_vers_631 GS 6.9.8b6 (631). This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Other Decorative Collectibles”. The seller is “antiquesuncommontreasure” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
1890s to early 1900s. Antique Limoges, France Flambeau Hand Painted Porcelain Iris’s 10 decorator plate, trimmed in Gold, and signed by the artist Engre. No chips, scratches, damage or cracks. Antique Plate Collectors – don’t miss this one! This plate is one of the most beautiful renditions of Iris’s, with rich purples and greens, trimmed with a thick rich gold trim. Engre is a coveted artist and his works are available few and far between. The item “RARE 1890s early 1900s Antique Limoges France Flambeau HandPainted Engre Plate” is in sale since Thursday, March 11, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Collector Plates”. The seller is “mishonsgalleria” and is located in Henderson, Nevada. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.
