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Limoges Porcelain Inkwell

Categories Ceramics/Porcelain "Named" Makers
Material Porcelain
Markings See Narrative
Manufacturer Limoges
Origin France
Date or Era circa 1920
Measuring 2 ¾” x 2 ¾” x 2 ⅞” high

This vibrant Art Deco inkwell is made from fine Limoges porcelain with a hand-painted floral motif.

Origin, Maker, & Date

  • Origin: Made in France (specifically Limoges).
  • Maker: Marked on the base with the maker’s signature “BS” enclosed within a Star of David along with the word “France”.
  • Date: Produced during the 1920s–1930s (20th Century).

Key Features & Design

  • Design & Style: Styled in classic Art Deco fashion, featuring a distinct cracked/mosaic pattern combined with stylized floral elements.
  • Color Palette: Dominated by bold, vivid colors including red/terracotta, bright yellow, blue, and green, framed with fine black outlines.
  • Components: Complete with its main decorative porcelain body, a removable internal white porcelain insert, and a matching fitted lid.

Sold for $125 in July 2026

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