Limoges Theodore Haviland Oyster Plate Red Band Gold White Ranson Mold 1895-1903

Description: Limoges Theodore Haviland Oyster Plate Red Band Gold White Ranson Mold 1895-1903 Elegant Decorative ROUND 8 3/8" OYSTER PLATE from Theodore Haviland Limoges, France, Scalloped, Embossed, on Ranson Blank introduced circa 1893, RED BAND w/ Extensive Stippled & Solid Gold Paint on White, circa 1895-1903 DESCRIPTION: This large, beautiful, functional oyster plate was produced in the 1895-1903 time period. It is on the scalloped and embossed Ranson Blank which was introduced in 1893. The pattern consists of fancy floral gold scroll work and a center gold medallion. There is the deep red band that is really striking. The embossing on the scalloped rim is highlighted in gold. The 5 oyster wells have stippled paint near the center of the plate. While this listing is for one of the plates, we do have a quantity of 2 for sale. CONDITION: While this oyster plate is classified as used, the condition is superb. We find no nicks, chips, scratches, cracks, hairlines, or repairs. There appears to be absolutely no wear to the red or gold and no crazing. Look in the photos to see this. The lack of utensil scratches on the oyster plate attests to the high quality of the porcelain china. DIMENSIONS: The oyster plate has a diameter of 8 3/8" with a height of 15/16". HISTORY/MARKS: The American-born David Haviland settled in Limoges, France in 1842 operating a porcelain exporting business to the USA. He purchased white ware from various factories and shipped it to his New York decorating studio. In 1847, he established a decorating studio in Limoges. He started producing porcelain in Limoges in 1865 and decorating it on site. His sons, Charles Edward and Theodore, continued the prosperous business after David’s death in 1879. Theodore left to establish his own firm in 1892 and was joined by his son, William, in 1903. In 1919, Theodore died and his firm passed on to his son. It remained in the Haviland family until 1972. The company known as Haviland Limoges is still in operation today. The red overglaze mark on this is mark #32 (Mary Frank Gaston’s Collector’s Encyclopedia of Limoges Porcelain, 3rd edition) which was used from 1895-1903. This is the mark that contains the Legion of Honor symbol. The Ranson blank was introduced in 1893. The circa for this oyster plate is 1895-1903. Please view all pictures carefully as they are part of the description. The stand was used as a photo prop and is not part of this listing. We are fast and safe shippers offering FREE USPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING WITHIN THE USA on this piece with insurance and tracking included. For our INTERNATIONAL buyers, we offer buyer paid calculated rate USPS International shipping with insurance provided by the seller. See additional international policies below. This is ready to use or display with pride in your home. 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Price: 220.98 USD

Location: Cornelius, North Carolina

End Time: 2025-02-14T03:09:03.000Z

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