Limoges - Box - Gilt bronze - Limoges pill box

Limoges porcelain pill box – gilded Napoleonic decor – monogram N – fully hand-painted

Charming Limoges porcelain miniature box, fully painted and hand-gilded, with a gilded metal mount (copper-based alloy such as bronze/brass).

This elegant box features an imperial green décor richly adorned with gold leaves, surrounding a white cartouche bearing a gold “N” monogram, evoking Napoleonic decorative style.

The quality of the painting and gilding attests to the traditional craftsmanship of Limoges workshops.

The interior is also decorated with a delicate gold botanical motif.

The box is finished with a finely engraved gold mount with a floral clasp, which enhances its refined appearance.

These small boxes were often used as pill boxes, jewelry boxes, or candy containers, and are today highly sought after by Limoges porcelain collectors.

Marking:
Limoges France – Entirely hand-decorated

Dimensions:
Approximately 5.5 cm

Condition:
Very good overall condition with slight wear on the gilding due to age.
Hinge functional. No chips visible.

An elegant decorative piece, typical of the French porcelain tradition.

Limoges hand-painted pill box / Napoleon-style monogram N