Exceptional Limoges porcelain fish service, circa 1895, 15 pieces

Composition of the service

• 12 plates — diam. 23 cm
• 1 large oval platter — 58.5 x 24 cm
• 1 round deep dish — diam. 25.5 cm
• 1 sauce boat

The porcelain pieces were produced by the Redon manufactory, active in Limoges between 1891 and 1906; the decoration was carried out by the Carrié Draper workshop. Each piece features a scalloped and gilded border evoking a shell, echoing the marine theme of the decoration. The aquatic scenes, all different from one another, depict various species of freshwater and sea fish against backgrounds of seaweed, coral and shells in soft watercolour tones of pink, blue, green and ochre. A delicate fishing net motif in raised gilding runs across the surface of each piece, contributing to the overall refinement of the service.

The service is in excellent overall condition, with vivid colours and well-preserved gilding.