Antique Haviland & Co. Limoges Porcelain Soup Tureen with Lid, Schleiger Rose Pattern

Add a touch of timeless French elegance to your dining table or display cabinet with this exquisite antique porcelain soup tureen by Haviland & Co. Limoges. Crafted in France during the late 19th, this heirloom-quality piece features a delicate pink moss rose and trailing green foliage design, beautifully accented with warm apricot-gold trimmed handles and rims. The sophisticated oval body is set upon a pedestal foot, flanked by ornate, twisted-rope styled side handles. The matching domed lid is crowned with an elegant, coordinating bar-and-rope handle and includes a pre-molded ladle slot. While it is missing its original ladle, its classic white porcelain composition makes it effortless to pair with any antique or contemporary porcelain ladle. Perfect for serving elegant soups, stews, or holiday side dishes, this tureen also makes a striking centerpiece for traditional, European-inspired, or Chinoiserie Chic interior styling. 10" H x 13.25" L (handle to handle) Made in Limoges, France by Haviland & Co. sometime between 1876 and 1889 Great condition, free of chips, cracks, or structural repairs. Minor, age-appropriate wear to the gold accents and underside foot may be present. Original ladle is not included.