
Decorative commemorative porcelain plate or plaque with printed inscription
Estimated Value
$20-$80
This appears to be a decorative porcelain plate, plaque, or commemorative dish featuring a central monogram or crowned cipher, the date '1855,' and French text reading 'Email de Limoges' and 'décoré à la main à P. Manne' or similar, with a maker or retailer name 'I. Godinger' at the bottom. The design includes black printed scrollwork, floral sprays, and a crowned oval monogram. The overall presentation suggests a Limoges-style decorative piece, likely intended as a commemorative or presentation item rather than utilitarian tableware. The typography and transfer-style decoration indicate mass production or later souvenir production rather than hand-painted antique porcelain.
Era
Late 19th to early 20th century style; likely a later commemorative/reproduction piece based on the typography and transfer decoration
Origin
Likely France or French-speaking European market; exact origin unknown
Material
Glazed porcelain or fine earthenware with printed/transfer decoration
Condition
Fair to Good; visible wear, scuffing, and loss/abrasion to the printed decoration, especially around the lettering and ornamental motifs. No obvious cracks visible in the image, but surface wear is significant.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 8 to 12 inches in diameter, based on the visible layout and typical format of such plates
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium-Low; the piece appears genuine as a ceramic decorative item, but the exact age, maker, and whether it is an original 19th-century Limoges piece cannot be confirmed from the image. The wear and printing style may indicate a later reproduction or souvenir plate.
Provenance
Possibly French-inspired Limoges-style porcelain, or a souvenir/decorative piece made for the French market. The exact workshop or manufacturer cannot be confirmed from the image alone.
Historical Significance
Commemorative porcelain with French inscriptions and Limoges references reflects the popularity of decorative transferware and souvenir ceramics associated with French porcelain traditions. If genuinely tied to Limoges, it would connect to a well-known center of porcelain production in France, though this example does not appear to be a high-end or museum-grade piece.
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