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Limoges Boutique Chat
To be
authentic a Limoges Box must be made of
Limoges kaolin porcelain. A back stamp saying Limoges France
is a great indication if the box is authentic. There was a law that was
passed in 1841 stating that all Limoges boxes must be stamped this
way.
Some
Limoges boxes are better quality that other depending on the degree of
detail and quality of the painting, the complexity of the sculpture,
and the colors which depict the knowledge, as well as number of
firings. A Limoges box of greater value will always be hand-painted and
marked on the bottom peint mein ("painted by hand"). Boxes that are not
hand painted are decorated by transfers or decal process and can be
very lovely themselves.
Trust your own taste and judgment
when picking out a Limoges box. Look for a piece that is painted well
and detailed nicely. Look at the name of the manufacturer and ask for a
certificate of Authenticity. Look at the craftsmanship of the box and
judge whether you enjoy the artistry or not. This is what is really
important isn't it...if you enjoy it.
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