The Piece

This vintage porcelain dessert plate was produced in Limoges, France, the historic center of French hard-paste porcelain, and dates to the 1930s–1940s. Made for export during the interwar and early post-war period, it reflects the refined yet approachable aesthetic that defined Limoges tableware intended for everyday elegance rather than formal service.

The plate features a softly scalloped rim with a delicate gold accent, framing an ivory ground decorated with romantic pink rose transfers and subtle botanical flourishes in lavender and green. The composition is balanced and restrained, allowing the decoration to feel graceful rather than ornate.

On the underside, the plate bears a Limoges export maker’s mark, along with a pattern number, confirming European manufacture and period authenticity.

This is a piece designed to feel light, decorative, and timeless—equally suited for display or gentle use.

Design & Construction

→ French porcelain body
→ Soft ivory glaze with high gloss finish
→ Scalloped rim with fine gold detailing
→ Pink rose floral transfer decoration
→ Limoges export maker’s mark and pattern number on underside

Era & Origin

→ Limoges, France
→ Circa 1930s–1940s
→ Early 20th-Century French export porcelain

Condition

The plate is in very good vintage condition.
→ Light surface wear consistent with age
→ No visible cracks or repairs
→ Gilt remains largely intact with minor softening from use

Any subtle wear is consistent with age and adds to the piece’s authenticity.

Why It Belongs in Your Home

This plate works beautifully as a decorative accent—styled on open shelving, layered into a wall display, or used as a jewelry or vanity tray. Its palette is soft and romantic without being overly sweet, making it adaptable across traditional, cottage, and collected interiors.

It is a quiet piece of French craftsmanship meant to be enjoyed rather than preserved behind glass.

Specifications

→ Porcelain dessert / side plate
→ Scalloped edge with gilt accent
→ Floral rose transfer decoration
→ Vintage, one of a kind