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Have you ever wondered how French porcelain Limoges boxes are made? In this step-by-step description, you will learn how the French artisans in Limoges create these exquisite works of art.
If you want to know why French porcelain LImoges boxes are valuable objects, we provide the answers you are looking for. Read more ...

Find out the answers to the most common questions shoppers have about purchasing a French Limoges box online.

As they say, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” And, certainly, French porcelain Limoges boxes are a great delight to behold. Read more to find out why Limoges boxes are collected as an investment.

Find out which Limoges box styles are most popular and purchased by collectors and shoppers.

Have you seen the name "Artoria Limoges" and wondered what it stands for? Read more to find out all about Artoria Limoges and the Limoges boxes they produce.
If you have ever wondered what the Rochard Limoges name means and how it differs from other brands of Limoges boxes, read this post to find out.
When purchasing a French Limoges box, it is important to know what brands of Limoges boxes are the very best. Learn more about Beauchamp Limoges and the high-quality French Limoges boxes they produce.
Have you ever wondered which marks of Limoges are the most well-known and top quality Limoges boxes? Read more to find out.
Want to know how to open a Limoges box without damaging it? Read more to find out.

Is Limoges Worth Visiting?

Is Limoges Worth Visiting?

Like many historic cities in France, Limoges has many charming elements to delight visitors.  Especially if you are a porcelain enthusiast or a collector of French porcelain Limoges boxes, you will find the Limoges region a fantastic place to visit (and perhaps buy some porcelain).

The history of Limoges goes back to the year 10 BC, under the name Augustoritum, an important Gallo-Roman city.  During the Middle Ages, Limoges became a large city and an important location where the Dukes of Aguitaine (including Richard the Lionheart) were invested and crowned.

Limoges has historically been famous for its enamel and stained glass production.  Starting from the 12th century, Limoges became an important exporter of enamels throughout the Christian world.  In the 18th century, after kaolin was discovered in the Limousine region...