Antique Haviland Limoges Platter Pink Roses Gold Handles D.F. Richardson Detroit

Beautiful Antique Haviland Limoges Oval Serving Platter with Rare Detroit, Michigan Retailer Provenance (c. 1894–1905). Up for purchase is an exquisite piece of Gilded Age porcelain history. Crafted by the world-famous Haviland & Co. in Limoges, France, this elegant oval serving platter features a beautifully embossed scalloped rim, delicate pastel pink floral sprays, and integrated double side handles highlighted with hand-applied gold gilding.  Rare Custom Backstamps:The underside features a spectacular, highly collectible combination of three historical marks:Underglaze Factory Mark: Green Haviland France production stamp (used 1894–1931).Overglaze Decorator Mark: Red Haviland & Co. Limoges workshop stamp.  Rare Store Overstamp: Stamped in crisp red lettering for D.F. Richardson & Co., 160 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Mich. This luxury boutique operated at this specific downtown Detroit location around the turn of the century, importing fine custom glass and porcelain for wealthy families. This specific mark securely tightens the production date of this platter to a narrow window between 1894 and 1905.  Approximate Dimensions: 18 inches long by 12.75 inches wide.