Art Deco tea and dessert service, Limoges porcelain, A. Lanternier & Cie

Elegant Limoges porcelain service signed A. Lanternier & Cie, dating from the Art Deco period (1920s-1930s). Very beautiful octagonal shape, stylised decoration of fruits in water green, yellow, and black tones, highlighted with a golden line. A refined and highly decorative set, characteristic of the quality productions of the A. Lanternier factory. The service includes: 1 covered coffee or tea pot. 1 covered pot (sugar bowl). 1 large serving platter with handles. 11 cups. 10 square saucers. 12 dessert plates. Approximately 36 pieces in total. Service marked on the back: "France – A. Lanternier & Cie – Limoges". The set is in very good overall condition. Gilding is well-preserved and decoration is fresh. Some normal signs of use related to age, with no visible cracks or restorations. A very beautiful collector's piece or a superb reception service in an Art Deco spirit.