UPC: 56600:AntiquesMallcy
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Authentic 1950s Limoges Castel porcelain ashtray featuring a romantic Fragonard-style courting scene and ornate gold floral accents. Handmade and decorated in France. \n \nSpecial Aspect: \n \nThe central romantic scene is based on the iconic works of French Rococo painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, adding both artistic and historical value to the piece. Step back into the charm of mid-20th century France with this exquisite Limoges Castel ashtray, crafted from fine porcelain and richly decorated with 22k gold gilding. Featuring a romantic Rococo-style courting scene in the center—signed “Fragonard”—this collectible piece beautifully captures the elegance and refinement of the era. Adorned with golden floral motifs and three gilded cigarette rests, it’s both a functional item and a refined decorative accent. Marked clearly on the underside with “Porcelaine Limoges Castel France - Fabriquée et Décorée à Limoges”, this piece is a testament to timeless French craftsmanship. \n \nEstimated Era: \n \n1950s (Mid-Century, post-war revival of romantic motifs in porcelain) \n \nStorytelling: \n \nImagine a quiet Parisian evening, soft music playing from a gramophone, and this porcelain ashtray resting on an ornate wooden table between two lovers. It isn’t just an ashtray—it’s a reminder of when elegance met romance, and every detail in the home told a story of beauty and art. Let this piece whisper that feeling into your space.
