Vintage Ruby Red Porcelain Coffee Service with Gilt Romantic Fragonard Scene from Limoges, 1970s, Set of 13

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Vintage Limoges porcelain coffee set of 13 pieces, decorated with romantic Fragonard courting couple scenes, set against a striking ruby … Read more Vintage Limoges porcelain coffee set of 13 pieces, decorated with romantic Fragonard courting couple scenes, set against a striking ruby red ground with extensive hand applied gilt decoration.

Each piece features a central cartouche depicting an elegant 18th century garden scene inspired by the paintings of Jean-Honoré Fragonard, surrounded by intricate gold foliage and ornamentation typical of decorative French Limoges porcelain.

The cups are particularly charming with scroll handles and raised tripod feet, adding to the refined and decorative character of the service.

This set includes:

• 6 Limoges cups, height 8.5 cm incl handle
• 6 matching saucers, width 11.5 cm
• 1 Limoges coffee pot, height 18 cm

The rich ruby red colouring and detailed gilding give the service a luxurious appearance, making it perfect for display in a cabinet, a refined table setting, or as part of a French porcelain collection.

Condition

All pieces are in very good vintage condition.
No cracks or chips.
Light wear to the gilding consistent with age and careful use.

Origin

Limoges, France This piece has an attribution mark,
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