Vintage Bernardaud Limoges Ashtray Card Pattern Gilded Retro Poker Bridge

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Description

Old octagonal ashtray, made of porcelain from the Bernardaud Limoges France manufacture, decorated with a central motif composed of a large red heart surrounded by a fan of playing cards. The decoration represents the four suits of the French playing card deck (spades, hearts, diamonds, clubs) with figures and numbers clearly visible. The surface has a smooth and shiny finish, characteristic of porcelain. Three cigarette notches are distributed around the rim, each highlighted with a partially worn gold fillet, typical of vintage Limoges productions.

The inner surface of the ashtray showcases retro graphics, with vibrant colors and precise details on the card figures. The bright red of the central heart catches the eye and gives a playful style to the whole, while the other colors (black, red, yellow, blue) are used for the cards and their illustrations. The gilded outlines on the octagonal rim testify to careful manufacturing, although some signs of wear can be observed on certain gilded parts.

The white porcelain contrasts elegantly with the central decoration, and the octagonal shape, quite rare, gives the object a sophisticated look, ideal for a retro ambiance or to adorn a mid-century style interior. The arrangement of the cards evokes the world of poker, bridge, or other classic card games, which reinforces the decorative and thematic character of the piece.

This ashtray stands out for its vintage style, very popular in the 1950s-70s, and for the recognized quality of the Bernardaud Limoges house. The marking or signature "Bernardaud Limoges France" is mentioned in the keywords, guaranteeing authenticity and French porcelain know-how.

The general condition shows some signs of use visible on the gilding and slight marks on the surface, without chips or cracks visible on the presented side. The card decoration remains perfectly legible and colorful.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear on the gilding and slight marks of use, visible in the photo.

Did you know? The Bernardaud manufacture, founded in Limoges in 1863, is one of the flagships of French porcelain. It is renowned for its collaborations with many artists and for the quality of its decorations, created using traditional enameling and gilding techniques.

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