Very Rare Limoges France Picnic Basket Peint Main BFA Limited Edition 288/300 for Sale

Very Rare Limoges France Picnic Basket Peint Main BFA Limited Edition 288/300 For Sale

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Very Rare Limoges France Picnic Basket Peint Main BFA Limited Edition 288/300:
$300.00

Up for sale is an exceedingly rare, masterfully executed French porcelain hinged trinket box by Limoges (B.F.A. studio), meticulously hand-painted and issued as part of a highly restricted limited-edition run (Numbered 288 of only 300 ever produced).Design Details & Artistry• Exterior: The exterior is beautifully shaped like a classic woven wicker picnic basket or vintage suitcase, painted in rich, warm caramel and cream tones to perfectly mimic cross-hatched basketry. The top lid features an elegant, bespoke handwritten script commemorating a "Romantic Evening" for "Dick and Donna", beautifully painted to match the official artist markings underneath.Interior Lid (Night Scene):When opened, the box transforms. The underside of the lid reveals a stunning, deeply saturated twilight coastal scene. A golden crescent moon hangs over a shimmering blue ocean, set beside a hand-detailed bottle of "Champaign" and two filled flutes.Interior Base (Day Scene):The bottom well reveals a charming beachside or park picnic setting complete with a pink rose, a classic maroon and white checkered picnic blanket, two matching champagne flutes, chocolate truffles, and scattered corks.Hardware:The box is secured by an ornate, heavy-gauge brass bezel with a built-in suitcase carry handle. Uniquely, the lid is supported by twin delicate brass alignment chains that hold the panoramic moonlit lid perfectly upright for premium display.Authentic Maker Markings (Underside)The bottom features flawless hand-penned artist script confirming its elite heritage:• B.F.A Studio Hallmark (Butterfly/Bow Icon)
• Peint main (Hand Painted)
• Limoges France
• B.B. 288 - 300 (Limited Edition Number)Condition Report:Excellent Vintage Condition (EUC). Absolutely zero chips, hairline cracks, structural fractures, or crazing. The porcelain is brilliantly glossy and clean. The brass framework is completely intact, the hinge operates smoothly, the dual interior security chains are strong, and the clasp closes tightly with a satisfying snap.This stunning, numbered French masterpiece is the ultimate statement piece for serious porcelain collectors or a magnificent, high-end luxury gift.Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to confirm the exceptional condition and fine details of this piece. Shipping includes professional, secure packaging to guarantee safe delivery. Related Items: