Pair of hand-painted Limoges porcelain tureens, made in the 1960s.

Ø cm 27 h cm 14

Limoges porcelain is a type of hard-paste porcelain produced in the city of Limoges, France, and the surrounding areas, starting from the late 18th century. It is renowned for its high quality, fineness, and variety of decorations. 

The discovery of kaolin deposits, an essential mineral for the production of hard-paste porcelain, near Limoges at the end of the 18th century, initiated local production. The proximity to raw materials facilitated the development of numerous porcelain factories in the region.

Limoges porcelain is valued for its whiteness, translucency, and durability. The decorations range from classic and floral patterns to modern and contemporary designs. The production includes tableware, decorative objects, statues, and jewelry.

Numerous manufacturers have contributed to the fame of Limoges porcelain, including Haviland, Bernardaud, and Royal Limoges.
Each producer has developed their own style and decoration techniques.
In December 2017, the French National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) granted the Limoges porcelain the Geographical Indication.