This is, simply, the pinnacle of traditional Limoges box art, and one of the most elegant Limoges boxes in existence. This box is part of Rochard's prestige Studio Collection line,
which makes it the "crème de la crème." It is a large golden egg, over 4" tall, painted in Art Nouveau style and featuring a multicolored bird perched on a branch. It is entirely hand
painted by a Limoges master artist and features a dimensional layer of white overpainting as "snow" over all the branches, leaves, and flowers. A remarkable Limoges box that will command its
own spotlight in a sophisticated collection. When you think of a Limoges box as a work of art, you'll hereafter be thinking of this box! It is a strictly limited edition, and the artwork is
signed on the front of the box by the artist. This box is marked
as shown and measures
4¼" h x 2¾" w x 2¾" d.
About the Rochard Studio Collection
Introduced in 1994,
this special collection represents a quality in workmanship above and beyond Rochard's already high standards of painting and design.
Using fine brush strokes and unusual artistic techniques, which can make the highlights on a Limoges box
appear three-dimensional, these boxes feature more colors (15 to 20
rather than the usual 6 to 12), and liberal use of 24 carat gold,
which has to be painted and fired separately. Such painstaking details demand more time, are produced on a smaller scale and, as a result, cost somewhat more. Most of
the Rochard Studio Collection boxes come specially packaged in an elaborate hinged gift box and feature
an elegant scroll detailing the special workmanship involved. Generally speaking, collectors of these boxes are more advanced and discriminating.
As a true limited edition, the Rochard Studio Collection features 2 to 3 new series every season, comprised of 50 to 250
pieces each. When the series limit is reached, the box is retired and the molds are destroyed. What distinguishes
the Rochard Studio Collection from other Limoges boxes is the emphasis on painting rather than form. Most of the shapes are traditional, but every now
and then an unusual form will come along. |
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Every genuine Limoges box is an individual, hand crafted work of art. Rochard is well known for consistency in its Limoges
boxes; however, colors, clasps, rims, details, and markings may vary from those shown. These photographs are from representative samples of this Limoges box; your box may not match this box exactly. Read About Limoges Boxes for more information. |
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