Set of Six ca. 1870-1890 Bawo &
Dotter/J. Pouyat Limoges Hand Painted Elf Luncheon/Salad/Dessert Plates. Six plates are included in this set, all for one price.
Measurements & Description: Each
plate measures 8-1/2" wide and features a pastel blushed rim with a gold
metallic scalloped edge.
Maker's Marks: They have the printed Bawo & Dotter Red "Limoges"
urn mark, which marked their decorated porcelain before they had their own
porcelain factory. These pre-date the Elite Works factory. These also have
"J.P.-over- L." marks as well; this is for the Jean Pouyat Limoges
blanks used by the B&D studio to create these Elf Salad Plates. The
'J.P.'-over-'L' mark found on the back of these plates mug is the designation
Pouyat used on its undecorated white wares. The mark used on decorated wares
was 'J Pouyat Limoges' inside a wreath or 'J.P.' over 'L' with a second mark.
That is missing on these plates and the second stamp represents the
decorator. These are not marked with "France" which was required
for good imported into the U.S. beginning in 1891.
Company History: Bawo
& Dotter was a New York company established in 1860s to import porcelain
mainly from Limoges. In 1870s they established in Limoges a porcelain
decorating manufactory called The Elite Works. In 1896 the manufacture began
producing own porcelain. Production lasted till 1914 when World War I began
and was resumed after the war ended. Next significant changes came in 1924.
Bawo and Dotter took over the William Guerin's company and merged it with the
previously acquired by W. Guerin factory Pouyat Porcelaines in one company:
Guérin-Pouyat-Elite Limited. The firm continued production until 1932.
Seller's Notes: My
search for anything similar came up with no results. It is so rare to find
matching sets like this, and these are in fantastic condition! They are
perfect for display or entertaining. They'll bring a touch of class the afternoon tea
serving sandwiches or pastries, or for dessert serving cakes or pastries.
Also, a great conversation piece.
| Condition: Excellent antique condition. There are no chips, cracks, crazing or repairs.
The pricing is for the set of six plates. The following is a list of the plates included in the set:
* Pink
with two elves and a two-handled casserole dish |
* Pink
with two elves and a chocolate pot and cups |
* Blue
with two elves and candlesticks and coffee pot |
* Blue
with two elves and an urn |
* Peach
with two elves and an urn and mugs |
* Peach
with two elves and a bud vase |
I will combine items for shipping and I offer multiple item discounts of up to 20% off as well. Thank you. |