Antique Limoges Porcelain Shell Dish: French Gold Trim, 19th Century

This antique Limoges shell dish from France combines elegant form with timeless craftsmanship. Measuring 8.5” x 8” x 1.5”, it’s crafted from fine hard-paste porcelain and finished with a gleaming gold trim. The shell shape, with its delicately textured detail, makes it both functional and decorative.

Produced in Limoges in the late 19th to early 20th century, this piece reflects the luxurious tradition of French porcelain. It is in excellent condition, with no chips or cracks — a rare find for a piece of this age. Perfect as a candy or trinket dish, or simply displayed as a beautiful accent on a shelf or sideboard.

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🌿 Why I Chose This Piece

Limoges porcelain has always been close to my heart — it carries a sense of refinement that feels both classic and versatile. This shell dish caught my eye for its sculptural shape and warm golden rim. It’s the kind of piece that instantly elevates a space, whether it’s holding candies, jewelry, or nothing at all.

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📌 About This Piece
• Antique Limoges porcelain shell-shaped dish
• Late 19th / Early 20th century
• Origin: Limoges, France
• White porcelain with gold trim
• Size: approx. 8.5” x 8” x 1.5” high
• Condition: Excellent – no chips or cracks

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💡 Ideas for Use
• A refined candy or trinket dish
• A jewelry or vanity catch-all tray
• A decorative accent on a console, vanity, or shelf
• A thoughtful gift for collectors of French porcelain or lovers of coastal-inspired décor

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📖 A Bit of History

Limoges, France, became a porcelain capital in the late 18th century thanks to the discovery of kaolin clay nearby — the essential ingredient for fine hard-paste porcelain. By the 19th century, Limoges was producing some of the world’s most coveted porcelain, prized for its strength, translucence, and delicate artistry. Shell-shaped dishes with gilt trim, like this one, were popular decorative items that reflected both luxury and natural beauty.

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✨ A Note on Vintage

Vintage items often carry gentle signs of age that add to their unique character. Please review all photos closely to ensure this piece is the perfect fit for you.

Shipping & Packaging:
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