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Rare complete set of Limoges decorative plates Les Femmes du Siècle | 1970s
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🏷️ Title
Extremely rare complete set of 12 Limoges decorative plates – “Les Femmes du Siècle” – François Ganeau – Première édition (1970s)
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💎 Description
An exceptional and extremely rare find: a complete set of 12 French Limoges decorative plates from the mid-1970s, from the famous series:
“Les Femmes du Siècle”
This series shows the development of women's styles in France from 1865 to 1965, each with a different fashion period, title, and accompanying French text.
✨ Complete and in this mint condition is extremely rare.
Individual plates are occasionally found, but a complete set of 12 in perfect condition is rarely found.
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🇫🇷 Origin & Quality
• 🏺 Porcelaine de Limoges – France
• 🏭 Manufacturer: H.D.T. d’Arceau-Limoges
• 📚 Series: Les Femmes du Siècle
• 🏷️ Marking: Première édition
• 👗 Patronized by the C.S. de la Couture Parisienne
• 🗓️ 1970s edition (including © 1975 on the back)
Limoges porcelain is known worldwide for its exceptional quality, vibrant glaze, and refined finish. This set, therefore, feels more like a collection with genuine collector's value than simply "decoration." ⸻
🎨 About the artist – François Ganeau
François Ganeau (1912–1983) was a French artist from Paris, active in the post-war period. His work occupies the intersection of art, fashion, and graphic design.
His style is instantly recognizable: elegant silhouettes, refined lines, and a light, almost watercolor-like use of color. This is precisely what makes this series so timeless and chic—it exudes the atmosphere of Paris, couture, and style.
Ganeau not only worked as an illustrator but also designed graphic typefaces for print and advertising. Among designers, his name is associated with, among other things, the Vendôme typeface from the 1950s. This gives this set an extra dimension: these are small works of art that combine fashion history, French culture, and design.
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🧾 What you get
• 🔢 12 original Limoges decorative plates
• 🖼️ Each plate has a unique illustration with title, year, and French text
• 📚 Complete series (from 1865 to 1965 in fashion periods)
➡️ This is a complete set — and that's precisely what makes it so special.
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✅ Condition (mint)
The set is in truly perfect condition:
• ✨ no scratches
• ❌ no chips
• ❌ no cracks
• 🌿 no discoloration
• 🕸️ no crazing
The plates look as if they have never been used.
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🖼️ Display (wall or stand)
These decorative plates are intended as wall decoration or for placing in a plate holder/stand.
ℹ️ Not all plates have a glued-on hanging hook. That's not original or necessary: various universal plate hangers and stands are readily available (and often more attractive and sturdy).
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📏 Dimensions
• 📐 Diameter: approx. 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) (as is typical for this series)
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🌟 Why this set is so exclusive
This collection is perfect for:
• 👠 lovers of French fashion history
• 🏺 collectors of Limoges and vintage design
• 🧵 an atelier, walk-in closet, or boutique setting
• 🎁 a unique gift for someone with a love of couture and style
✨ The combination of Parisian couture atmosphere, Limoges quality, Première édition, and especially the complete set in mint condition makes this a true collector's find.
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🚚 Pickup / Shipping
• 📍 Pickup in Nijmegen (Netherlands) is possible
• 📦 Parcel shipping is available
• 📸 The set will be carefully and securely packaged, with photo documentation of the entire packaging process.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialCeramic, PorcelainNumber of items1Height22 cmWidth22 cmDepth3 cm
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Nijmegen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since February 2026 • 0 sales