Limoges - Salt and pepper shakers - Porcelain
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Selected by Constance Rousseau
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Limoges vintage porcelain open salt and pepper saleron set in the form of two mirror‑image birds with heavy gold gilding and silver‑toned enamel wings, including two original gilded spoons and housed in its original luxury presentation box from France, 16 cm high, 9 cm wide, 4 cm deep, in as new condition.
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An exquisite vintage French porcelain open salt and pepper cellar set (salerons), beautifully crafted in the form of two mirror-image birds.
Each bird features a brilliant, heavy gold-gilded exterior finish with a hollowed back designed to hold fine salt, pepper, or gourmet spices. The wings are intricately detailed with an elegant silver-toned/platinum patterned enamel overlay, creating a striking contrast against the gold.
The set is entirely complete, featuring its two original matching gilded porcelain spice spoons. The entire collection comes housed inside its original, custom-fitted luxury presentation box, lined with a smooth cream-colored satin and secured with a vintage brass clasp. A perfect statement piece for high-end dining table décor, holiday hosting, or vintage porcelain collectors.4. Condition Report
Porcelain & Gilding: Pristine. No chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or professional restorations. The gold plating retains a high, reflective shine.Spoons: Fully intact and structurally sound.
An exquisite vintage French porcelain open salt and pepper cellar set (salerons), beautifully crafted in the form of two mirror-image birds.
Each bird features a brilliant, heavy gold-gilded exterior finish with a hollowed back designed to hold fine salt, pepper, or gourmet spices. The wings are intricately detailed with an elegant silver-toned/platinum patterned enamel overlay, creating a striking contrast against the gold.
The set is entirely complete, featuring its two original matching gilded porcelain spice spoons. The entire collection comes housed inside its original, custom-fitted luxury presentation box, lined with a smooth cream-colored satin and secured with a vintage brass clasp. A perfect statement piece for high-end dining table décor, holiday hosting, or vintage porcelain collectors.4. Condition Report
Porcelain & Gilding: Pristine. No chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or professional restorations. The gold plating retains a high, reflective shine.Spoons: Fully intact and structurally sound.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer/brand
Limoges
Material
Porcelain
Style
Vintage
Condition
As new - unused
Height
16 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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