Vintage French PILLIVUYT White Porcelain Soup Tureen Bowl Lions Head Medium 6.5"

Description

Up for your consideration is an Antique/ Vintage French Pillivuyt White Porcelain Footed Soup Tureen/ Bowl with the Classic Lions Head Handles.
It was made of heavy and durable porcelain by the reputable Pillivuyt company in the early 1900s and is no longer available. Designed to serve and keep your soup hot, it's also lovely as a centerpiece full of lemons or a topiary. Beautiful pedestal foot and clean white porcelain makes this a timeless piece for any interior decor.
Approximate Dimensions:
5.5" Tall and 6.5" Diameter at top (excluding the lions head handles)
Note:
For reference, I've included two photos with a smaller individual soup bowl, which are also listed as a set of 4. Please consider purchasing the entire set for savings on combined shipping and special discount.
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Weight:
1.2 Kg (2.6 lbs)
Condition:
Very good antique condition with one small chip in the pedestal (middle ring) - please see last photo. Since porcelain is white through body, it's difficult to see the chip - just missing a little bit of the gloss.
Location and Shipping:
Item was found and is located in France. We carefully package and ship worldwide with tracking and insurance. We are always happy to combine shipping and pass on any savings so please ask for an updated invoice prior to payment.
Thanks for your interest and please message me with any questions prior to your purchase!
Pillivuyt History:
Installed in the Berry area (center of France) since 200 years, Pillivuyt is one of the oldest and prestigious french porcelain brand. Since her foundation, the brand owns her founder name: Louis Charles Pillivuyt. She stayed as a family business from her creation to the Second World War. Over the years, Pillivuyt knew to distinguish herself as well at national level but also at international level. From the United States of America to Australia, passing by the United Kingdom, Pillivuyt imposed herself as early as 1823 like one of the global leader of french porcelain. The manufactory has won 5 row universal exhibitions : 1855 (in Paris), 1862 (in London), 1867 (in Paris), 1878 (in Paris) and 1889 (in Paris).Since the beginning of the 20
th
century, Pillivuyt has created some products which are become emblematic today, like the « tasse Bistrot » or the « soupière Tête de Lion ».