Antique Limoges Soup Bowls – Vignaud Limoges France – For Wright Tyndale & Van Roden Philadelphia – Hand Painted Floral – Early 1900s

Elegant antique Limoges porcelain soup bowls made by Vignaud in Limoges, France and retailed by the prestigious Philadelphia china importer Wright, Tyndale & Van Roden in the early 20th century.

Each bowl features delicate hand-painted floral bouquets in soft pinks, blues, yellows, and greens, framed by a classic gilt rim. The scattered floral design and graceful shape reflect the refined table settings popular during the Edwardian era, when Limoges porcelain was prized for both everyday elegance and formal entertaining.

These bowls are part of the same original service but feature two slightly different retailer backstamps, which was common when Limoges pieces were produced and imported in multiple batches over time.

Variations Available

• This listing allows you to choose between two backstamp styles:
• Wreath Script Mark (5 Available)
• Green decorative script reading:
• Wright Tyndale & Van Roden – Phila Pa
• Block Letter Mark (4 Available)
• Red stamp reading: Wright Tyndale & Van Roden – Philadelphia
• Both marks appear alongside the Vignaud Limoges France factory mark.
  
• The bowls are identical in design and pattern; only the retailer stamp differs.

Details

• Maker: Vignaud Limoges, France
• Retailer: Wright, Tyndale & Van Roden – Philadelphia
• Era: Circa 1900–1915
• Material: Fine French porcelain
• Decoration: Hand-painted floral sprays with gilt rims
• Style: Antique French rim soup bowls
• Approximate size: Diameter: about 9 inches

Condition - Very good antique condition.

• One chip on bottom of one plate shown. No cracks
• Hand-painted decoration remains bright and vibrant
• Light wear to the gold rim consistent with age and gentle use

Please review photos as they are part of the description.

Why I Chose These

I’m always drawn to antique Limoges pieces that combine beautiful hand-painting with interesting history, and these bowls have both. Imported from Limoges and sold through a prominent Philadelphia retailer, they represent the kind of elegant tableware that would have been part of a large early-20th-century dinner service. They’re equally lovely displayed on open shelving or brought back to the table for special meals.

Ideas for Use

• Elegant soup or pasta bowls
• French-inspired table settings
• Spring and floral tablescapes
• Display in a china cabinet or plate wall
• Perfect additions to an antique Limoges collection

A Note on Vintage:
Vintage items often carry gentle signs of age that add to their unique character. Please review all photos closely to ensure this piece is the perfect fit for you.

Shipping & Packaging:
Your piece will be carefully wrapped and securely packaged for safe arrival. I’m committed to eco-friendly practices and use recycled materials whenever possible to protect your treasures and the environment.

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