Large decorative porcelain egg in the Limoges style, featuring a richly colored burgundy and ivory ground accented with ornate raised gilt decoration. The front displays a finely detailed romantic pastoral courting scene with a seated musician, elegantly dressed companions, and cherubs in a garden setting, while the reverse features an additional vignette of a couple beside a horse. The hollow porcelain form is decorated throughout with gilt scrollwork and floral motifs. Similar examples are often attributed to L.F. Fine Porcelain or produced in the People’s Republic of China in the Limoges style. A striking decorative display piece for traditional or Rococo-inspired interiors.

Dimensions

H: 12 in. Diameter: 8 in.

Condition Report

Overall good decorative condition with light surface wear consistent with age and handling. Minor wear to the gilt decoration and a small glaze chip to the underside near the opening. No major cracks or repairs observed.

Limoges style, decorative porcelain egg, L.F. Fine Porcelain, romantic scene, courting couple, gilt porcelain, Rococo revival, collectible porcelain, Chinese export porcelain, decorative egg sculpture

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