” A clay pot sitting in the sun will always be a clay pot. It has to go through the white heat of the furnace to become porcelain “
Mildred W. Struven
Since the 18th century, porcelain transcends the borders of the table. Its numerous qualities, from its finesse to its elegance, turn this noble material into an inspiration for all objects in the house. Beyond its functionality, porcelain has become decorative, enhancing the daily rituals. So when you get yourself into the Art de la Table, Porcelain from Limoges is considered the finest hard paste porcelain in the world because of very specific manufacturing processes that give its unique white colour and translucent quality. From Louis XVI’s receptions to the most luxury hotels and restaurants around the world, this unique savoir-faire continues to resonate the French elegance.
Skilled craftsmen behind excellence
Limoges porcelain is exclusively manufactured in two workshops around Limoges. One being La Fabrique based in Haute-Vienne, in the heart of the Limousin. The factory, which specializes exclusively in the production of white porcelain for the luxury industry, contributes to fire arts radiation worldwide. Since 188 years, decade after decade, manufacturing has maintained all costs the different skills and savoir-faire that the production of the most refine porcelain requires.
Beyond an extremely skilled workforce, the key of perfection also lies in the essential ingredients used. They are all local natural ingredients, kaolin, feldspar & quartz. Then the intense firing process (over 1380˚ Celsius) that forms the superb glaze that cannot be penetrated by the elements and gives Limoges porcelain that exquisite translucence. The quality of a piece of porcelain is the result of commitment to excellence at every step of a lengthy manufacturing process.
A collection inspired by Wildlife Beauties
On the occasion of the second International Biennal of Fine Craft and Creation Fair RÉVÉLATIONS in Paris next September, Esprit Porcelaine and Tes-Ted are proud to introduce a unique plate collection. Inspired by the unique whiteness and strength of Limoges Porcelain, the Arctic Beasts plate collection is a sincere tribute iconic arctic animals, characterised by a majestic beauty. Living in the silence of wild spaces, peculiar to the northern regions, those they face the extreme severity of one of the most inhospitable environment with a natural elegance.
The Arctic Beasts Collection counts 6 diner plate sets, each of them decorated with an original creation signed by TES-TED.
© Vincent Munier
