ALLIANCE FRANCAISE OF PORTLAND – Merry & Bright Online Auction
Auction Ends: Dec 10, 2020 11:59 PM PST

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Three Small Limoges Boxes

Item Number
233
Estimated Value
350 USD
Sold
170 USD to forreal
Number of Bids
7  -  Bid History

Item Description

This charming trio of boxes will grace any dressing table or whatnot. 

On the left is a classic traditional stylel box with strawberries painted on the lid which closes with a metal rim, and inside a leaf painted in gold on the top and bottom. Dimensions 2" width by 1" height.  The mark on the bottom reads Limoges France, Hand Painted, Gump's.

Center is a larger box painted with small flowers on the lid and sides. It is 2-3/4" wide and 1-1/2" high. The bottom mark reads Bernadardaud Limoges Frances, Poe.

On the right is a traditional style box featuring a sculpted cat with a ball of yarn on top against a pink background. This box also closes with the metal rim. The mark on the bottom reads Limoges Castel France and Peint Main. Dimension 2" wide by 1-5/8" high (to tip of ear.)

Pick up item at Alliance Française, December 13 and 14 from 11:00am until 1:00pm.

 

Donated By:

Martha Hamil