Limoges market are worth upwards of a few thousands of dollars to $10,000 or more. For more traditional pieces of Limoges from the 19th Century, collectors will pay from $500 to $5,000 depending on form, age, condition, and other factors.
How can you identify Limoges porcelain?
While you can bring your piece to an antiques appraiser for verification, the first step in identifying it is to look at the marks on the bottom or back of the piece. If you can find a Limoges china mark, this is a good sign that you may own one of these valuable antiques.
Is Limoges porcelain always marked?
Almost all Limoges is marked. Each factory had its own production and decorating marks. There are online resources where you can learn about the different Limoges marks. A very few pieces have no mark.
How can you tell if Limoges are real?
In order for a Limoges box to be considered authentic, it must be crafted, hand-painted and hinged entirely in Limoges, France. Some artists are creating hand-painted porcelain boxes in Spain or other countries even though they may look somewhat similar, they are not considered Limoges.Feb 8, 2018
How do you value Limoges?
When valuing Limoges porcelain, savvy dealers and collectors give high marks for top-notch decor featuring finely detailed and skillful hand painting. Pieces signed by a notable artist are also desirable. Examples decorated with transfers simulate hand painting but can be detected upon close inspection.
Is Limoges bone china or porcelain?
Even though the word Limoges (sometimes misspelled as "Limoge") is synonymous with fine bone china, it was not until the late 18th century that the chief ingredient for porcelain, a mineral called kaolin, was discovered in the town of Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche, France, not far from the city of Limoges.