A Magnificent Heirloom Collection: 82-Piece Haviland Limoges Service
Up for sale is a comprehensive and vibrant 82-piece collection of antiqueHaviland & Co. Limogesin the belovedKingwoodpattern (Schleiger 478).Provenance & Historical Detail
This service tells a beautiful story of production history, featuring a variety of authentic backstamps from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Highlights include several pieces with the prestigiousNathan-Dohrmann Co.retailer mark, a famous luxury purveyor in Gilded Age San Francisco.Exquisite Design Variations
True to its era, the set includes sophisticated variations:
- Formal Ivory & Gold:Select pieces feature the elegant Edwardian-style ivory/cream outer band with a crisp white center and gold trim.
- Classic White Floral:Other pieces showcase the vibrant Kingwood floral motif on pure white blanks (some without gold), offering a timeless and versatile look.
Condition Report
This set is inexceptional structural condition. All 82 pieces have been carefully inspected:
- NOchips, cracks, or crazing.
- VIBRANTfloral colors.
- GOLD:Minor gold rubbing/loss on the inner rings of gilded pieces, consistent with honest utensil use over 100+ years. Outer rims remain remarkably well-preserved.
Full Inventory (82 Pieces Total):
- 1Large Chop Plate (12.5")
- 12Shallow Bowls / Rimmed Soup Plates (7 3/8")
- 10Footed Teacups (3 1/2"w x 2 1/4"T) - Elaborate rope/scroll style feet
- 10Dinner Plates (8 1/2")
- 9Salad/Dessert Plates (7 7/8")
- 12Rare Butter Pats (3 7/8")
- 12Small Sauce/Dessert Bowls (5 3/8")
- 11Fruit/Berry Bowls (5 1/4")
- 5Bread & Butter Plates (6")
Shipping Note:This large service will be professionally packed and double-boxed to ensure safe arrival. Fully insured with signature confirmation required.
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