Antique GDA Limoges Porcelain Shell Dish | Hand Painted Pink Floral | Burley ChicagoAntique GDA Limoges Porcelain Shell Dish Beautiful antique porcelain shell dish made by GDA Limoges, France and imported by Burley & Company of Chicago for their hotel department. This elegant dish features delicate hand painted pink floral decoration with soft green stems and a decorative gold gilt accent along the top of the shell design. Pieces like this were often used in fine dining settings for serving candies, nuts, butter pats, or small

Antique GDA Limoges Porcelain Shell Dish

Beautiful antique porcelain shell dish made by GDA Limoges, France and imported by Burley & Company of Chicago for their hotel department.

This elegant dish features delicate hand-painted pink floral decoration with soft green stems and a decorative gold gilt accent along the top of the shell design. Pieces like this were often used in fine dining settings for serving candies, nuts, butter pats, or small desserts.

Limoges porcelain has been prized for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship, and this piece is a wonderful example of early French porcelain made for upscale hospitality service.

Perfect for collectors of Limoges porcelain, antique French china, or vintage cottage-style decor.

Details

• Authentic antique Limoges porcelain
• Maker: GDA Limoges – France
• Importer: Burley & Company – Chicago Hotel Department
• Hand painted pink floral decoration
• Gold gilt decorative detail
• Shell-shaped serving dish
• White porcelain body

Approximate era: Late 1800s – Early 1900s

Condition

Very good antique condition.

• No visible cracks or chips
• Minor wear to gold gilt consistent with age
• Light age-related surface wear

Overall a beautiful and well-preserved antique porcelain piece.

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This item is authentic vintage / antique and may show signs of age, use, or wear. Minor imperfections such as small scratches, patina, or paint wear are normal and are part of the charm and history of vintage pieces.

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