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Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Limoges~The Softer Side Of Summer







Is there any china more delicate than Limoges? The patterns seem endless. I can see where one might make a collection of this French porcelain alone. I have been on the lookout for Limoges tea cups and saucers, and was lucky enough to find one while thrifting on my recent travels.






A sweet little sugar bowl and berry dishes were nearby too. I'm looking forward to a mix and match tea fest with some of my other vintage pieces. These would make a darling gift set as well.






The details are just enchanting. Each berry bowl has a differently rendered flower of the pattern at the center. And I'm loving the peachy pink and mint green together.



More sweet details. . . . Perfect for a midsummer tea.





































Delicate and dainty chamomile matches the mood.




I think this china will always remind me of a few sunlit days amid the summer meadows of Washington State. I only wish I had thought to press a few flowers!






Wishing you the softer side of a day in summer!

Jacqueline




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31 comments:

  1. Oh that is gorgeous Limoges! so delicate and lovely!

    You found some real treaures, Jacqueline - that is absolutely beautiful china!!!

    I didn't know that's what Chamomile looks like! Like itty bitty daisies, well I'll be!!

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  2. Hi J,
    Sweet and soft, perfection!
    Lovely lovely Limoges... I too am always on the lookout, just one pretty piece can make a whole day of hunting a success :-) Love that sweet birdie singing in the background.... sweet summer song. I was trying to figure out your posies, chamomile, I didn't know, sweet!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  3. What a pretty post. I love Limoges china it is so delicate and charming. I have a complete set for 12 in the Artois Rose pattern that I purchased slowly over the years when stores used to have china lay-a-way plans. I am so glad that I did it them...now it would be far too costly.

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  4. Limoges and light.
    You played it so beautifully, Jacqueline.
    ~Lynne
    w/L.

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  5. I only have one Limoges piece and that is a pretty teacup in a soft pink. The delicate color and shape make it a favorite, I can see why you like to collect it.
    Thanks for sharing your new found pieces.

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  6. what a beautiful pattern. I can hardly ever pass up a limoge tea cup when I see one.

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  7. Such beautiful china and photos. I've never seen that pattern of Limoges but I suppose there are several patterns made by that company. I have two cups and saucers that have the pink flowers on them. They are so delicate aren't they.

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  8. Lovely cool images on a hot day! Years ago my neighbor sold her mother's limoges pieces at her estate sale. I wish I would have bought them! Yours are so pretty and delicate.

    Happy 4th!

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  9. Jacqueline,
    Beautiful photos.I LOVE Haviland china.I could never part with it.Such a lovely pattern.I will have to share soon.You have a soft pretty pattern.So lovely with your flowers too.Happy 4th of July.
    ((((Hugs))))))
    Anne

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  10. Jacqueline...
    So peaceful & serene.....that is just how your post made me feel.
    Happy July 4th to you!
    Kari

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  11. Lovely! I have a Limoges chocolate set that I love. It sits in the cabinet and I feel bad that I never use it.

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  12. That tea-cup is too cute for words.

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  13. Limoges is just such a dainty and feminine china to have. There's nothing I love more than tea in a Limoges cup. As I antique around PA on vacation, I've been seeing beautiful linens and I always think of you.

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  14. Ha. I imagined you arranging everyone in their places just so ~ and then having them look at the camera, and say "Brie"! Oui?

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  15. This is simply beautiful. Love Limoges. Thanks for the photo of the stamp. I love your details.

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  16. I was lucky enough to get a few pieces of Limoges from my Mom...whom I believe got them from her Grandmother...2 vegetable tureens with lids,to be used at the table for serving.... small cream and sugar with only 2 cups and 1 saucer to match..They have a very delicate pattern....I have them on the top shelf of my china cabinet...perhaps I should haul them out, and have a look!!! Perhaps take a trip down memory lane, as Mom always used them at Christmas and Easter...:o)

    Enjoy your day!
    Cheers!
    Linda :o)

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  17. Jacqueline,
    Softer hues are so refreshing to the soul!You have the most delicate pattern in my favorite soft petal pink and sage green hues. A mid~summer tea sounds delightful!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  18. I can't tell you how much I love your new china Jacqueline! It's just beautiful and definitely will bring you so much pleasure. Yes, the colors are so pretty together.
    hugs...

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  19. Such pretty china Jacqueline! You display it so well!

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  20. mamma mia che cose belle!!!!!! complimenti baci lu...

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  21. Love your new china-so pretty!

    Carolyn

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  22. Jacqueline, Your limoge china is so delicate and lovely! Love it paired with the ironstone pitcher full of dainty flowers.
    Mary Alice

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  23. Beautiful post. I love Limoges and I have a few pieces that I found here and there. The chamomile is so pretty. Did you grow it?
    ~Clara

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  24. Hi Jacqueline,
    Your new Limoges china is just exquisite! I love the soft pink. I have one cup and a dessert plate but they don't match and are a different pattern than yours. Still lovely though. Thanks for your visit and I hope you have a sweet weekend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  25. so so pretty, J. You always put together the most lovely vignettes of dishes and linens. and oh, those daisies!

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  26. Your Limoges is wonderful and I have not seen this pattern before. Sweet! I have a few pieces too. I bought a box of dishes at auction a week ago and there were 2 Limoges dishes in the box. A chip or two on them but it makes me love them more.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  27. How gorgeous! You got the lighting perfect in that! Great pics! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  28. Jacqueline: Your photos, I don't even like to call them that, are master pieces. You capture everything in the best light and, of course, your subjects are outstanding too. Beautiful Limoges. All so gorgeous..Happy Thursday..Judy

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  29. How lucky to find those pieces, Jacqueline. They're just so pretty and feminine and perfect for a cup of tea on a sultry summer's day.

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