Vintage U.C. Limoges hat pin holder, made in France and hand painted with a charming Kewpie Doll style angel or fairy! They're surrounded with delicate blue shops flowers and a ribbon and heart frame. This little guy is painted in a style similar to Rose O'Neill.
This was made by U.C. Limoges (Union Ceramique), possibly from the Touze factory. The shape is graceful and the colors are soft and delicate. It has a cream background and the top is gold. The gold is also in lines along the image with the kewpie. The flowers and vines are on each side and a cluster on the back. The little blue flowers are edged with raised white accents.
This stands approximately 4 1/2 inches high and 3" across the flared base. It is in wonderful condition with no chips or cracks. The painting is bright and not worn. There is a faint spot down near the kewpies feet and mark below that near the rim. These seem to be under the glaze. Please see our photos as they are part of the description.
If you collect hat pin holders you know how special this is. If you love Kewpies this is an especially sweet item. Just beautiful!
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Thank you-
The Grouchy Parrot Gals
Tina and Kelly
Product code: Vintage U.C. Limoges Hat Pin Holder Kewpie Doll Fairy shops Angel Union Ceramique