Limoges dinner service, Théodore Haviland, 73 pieces, 20th century

A superb fine porcelain dinner service by Théodore Haviland Limoges, a rare pattern known as "L'Oiseau Bleu de Paradis" (The Blue Bird of Paradise), produced in the first half of the 20th century. The delicate design features an exotic bird perched on a flowering branch, surrounded by polychrome floral motifs and enhanced with fine gold lines on a cream background. A composition that is both poetic and refined, typical of the emerging Art Deco style. This service comprises 73 pieces: dinner plates, soup plates, and dessert plates, as well as several matching serving platters and tureens. Each piece testifies to the exceptional craftsmanship of the Haviland factory, a symbol of elegance and quality in French porcelain. Period: circa 1920–1940. Make: Théodore Haviland, Limoges, France. Model: The Blue Bird of Paradise. Condition: excellent overall condition, no cracks or chips. A complete and refined set, ideal for an elegant table setting or for enriching a collection of antique Limoges porcelain.