Twelve-piece Haviland Limoges Porcelain Fish Set

Description:

Twelve-piece Haviland Limoges Porcelain Fish Set, France, c. 1880, each transfer printed with gilded flowers to a cobalt ground border, with a variety of polychrome enameled fish, including ten plates, dia. 9 1/4; two-handled sauceboat and stand; and platter, lg. 23 5/8 in.; printed marks.
Estimate $400-600

Plates: One with a 1/2" surface rim chip.
Sauce boat and stand: In very good condition throughout.
Platter: Light even gilt wear at areas where hands would have held platter. One end of platter with sizable old and discolored repair.


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