Many Limoges boxes can have both the stamp of the manufacturing artist as well as hand-signed lettering or initials. The insignia on every authentic hand-painted Limoges box must include the phrase “Peint Main” or “Peint a la main” which means the Limoges box is painted by hand.Many Limoges box

Are there fake Limoges?

In order for a Limoges box to be considered authentic, it must be crafted, hand-painted and hinged entirely in Limoges, France. Some artists are creating hand-painted porcelain boxes in Spain or other countries – even though they may look somewhat similar, they are not considered Limoges.

Is Limoges a brand?

To begin with, Limoges is not a brand but rather a place. The city of Limoges is located in west-central France and can trace its roots back to the Roman emperor Augustus. The name stemmed from the sites original tribal occupants and finally came to identify the town around 300 AD.

Is Haviland china Limoge?

David Haviland, a china importer who partnered with his brother Daniel, moved to Limoges, France in 1842 so he could begin producing decorated china made expressly for the American market.