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Auction 42, Objects Worth the Chill, January 15

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 02:00PM EST
Lot 224

Antique Limoges France Cobalt Blue Fragonard Gilt Porcelain Trinket Box

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$150 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$4,000 $500
$15,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

This elegant French porcelain trinket box features a rich cobalt blue glazed ground accented by intricate gilt scrollwork and foliate borders. The center of the lid displays a classic Fragonard-style romantic scene in gold, depicting a courting couple in a garden setting. The box is designed with a scalloped edge and is finished with a gold-tone metal rim and hinge. The underside bears the authentic Limoges France backstamp alongside the Decor Florence mark, identifying it as a premium decorative piece from the historic porcelain region.

Dimensions

H:2in D:5in

Condition Report

The trinket box is in excellent antique condition with the cobalt glaze maintaining a deep, lustrous finish. The gilded decorative elements and the central romantic scene are well-preserved with minimal signs of age-related wear. The metal hinge is secure and functions properly, and there are no visible chips, cracks, or structural repairs to the porcelain.

Limoges France, Cobalt Blue Porcelain, Fragonard Scene, Gilt Trinket Box, Decor Florence, French Jewelry Box, Courting Couple, Gold Filigree, Antique Limoges, Decorative Dresser Box

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