Celadon Porcelain Lunch Plate – Topkapi – Manufacture Raynaud – Limoges, Early 21st Century

Lunch plate in pale celadon Limoges porcelain by Manufacture Raynaud, Topkapi pattern.

Its decoration, entirely rendered in relief, draws inspiration from Oriental decorative arts, particularly the aesthetics of Far Eastern porcelain and textiles. It combines numerous stylised flowers, foliage, scrollwork and cloud motifs, arranged in richly detailed compositions with delicate radiating patterns. The botanical forms and arabesques interact across both the well and the rim, creating an exceptionally elaborate design despite the absence of polychrome decoration.

The monochromatic celadon glaze highlights the intricate relief: depending on the light, the motifs emerge through subtle variations in shadow and sheen, lending the piece a presence that is both refined and contemporary.

With its Oriental-inspired decoration, this plate illustrates Raynaud’s approach to reinterpreting Asian and Middle Eastern motifs in Limoges porcelain. It can also be used beyond its original purpose as a small presentation platter, ideal for serving Oriental pastries, petits fours, delicate sweets or appetisers.

This item comes from a manufacturer’s clearance. It was downgraded to second quality when released by the manufacturer. It has been preserved in its original condition and may show minor characteristics or irregularities associated with its classification, but remains new and has no major visible defects.