T&V Limoges Porcelain Dish Base
Decorative Art, Ceramic Dish/Tray • Tressemanes & Vogt (T&V), Limoges, France
Style & Movement
Victorian / Belle Epoque Decorative Arts
Medium & Technique
Glazed hard-paste porcelain with underglaze blue and green factory maker's marks
Creation Period
Late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1892-1907 based on factory marks)
Dimensions & Format
Small to medium serving dish format, approximately 8 to 10 inches across
Subject Description
The base of a functional ceramic serving dish or decorative tray, featuring smooth white glazed porcelain with a shaped rim and distinct maker's stamps indicating place of manufacture and maker identity.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good condition. The white glaze appears glossy and intact with minor surface wear, typical base ring soiling, and light discoloration along the unglazed foot rim.
Estimated Market Value
50 USD - 150 USD
Auction Estimate
30 USD - 80 USD
Provenance History
Likely exported from Limoges, France, to the American or European domestic market during the height of the Tressemanes & Vogt operational period, passing through family descent or antique collections.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the thriving late 19th-century Limoges porcelain industry, specifically the export-heavy production of Tressemanes & Vogt, which supplied fine tableware and decorative items internationally.
Notable Features
Clearly legible blue circular underglaze stamp reading 'TRESSEMANES & VOGT LIMOGES' with the number '86' and a separate green underglaze rectangular mark reading 'T&V FRANCE', which helps securely date the piece.
Condition Issues
Minor age-related soiling on the unglazed foot ring, slight shelf wear, and minor dust accumulation in recessed glaze areas.
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle washing with warm water and mild soap as needed. Store in a safe, cushioned environment to prevent rim chips.