Bernardaud & Co. Limoges - Dinner set for 12 (46) - Porcelain

Bernardaud & Cie Limoges service – Aux Lions de Faïence Paris – Early 20th Century – 46 pieces
Description:
Beautiful place setting of Limoges porcelain from the Bernardaud & Cie factory (brand B & C°), marketed by the prestigious Paris shop 'Aux Lions de Faïence', 90 Rue de Rivoli in Paris.
Elegant and refined décor: central motif of stylized foliage in red and gray-blue, outlined by a double festooned red and blue border. Gold handles and fittings on the shaped pieces.
Composition (46 pieces):
11 flat plates (Ø 24.8 cm)
12 deep plates (Ø 24.6 cm)
11 dessert plates (Ø 21.3 cm)
1 flat plate (Ø 28 cm)
1 presentation plate (Ø 31 cm)
2 oval serving dishes with handles
1 large deep bowl / salad bowl
2 covered soup tureens
3 compotes / pedestal dishes
1 sauce boat with its stand (dormant)
Marks:
Green underglaze mark: “B & C° Limoges France” (Bernardaud & Cie)
Retailer’s pink mark: “Aux Lions de Faïence – Rue de Rivoli 90 – Paris”
Era: Early 20th century (circa 1900-1920)
Condition:
Generally good condition. Normal wear to the gilding and a few light signs of use. No significant chips observed on the main pieces. Refer to photos for more details.