Hand-painted porcelain oval serving platter with pink and white roses by GDA Limoges

This hand-painted porcelain platter was produced by Gérard, Dufraisseix & Abbot (GDA), one of the most prestigious Limoges porcelain manufacturers operating from 1900 to 1941. GDA was known for producing high-quality white porcelain blanks that were either decorated in their own workshops or sold to professional and amateur china painters. The romantic rose motif and gold trim exemplify the elegant aesthetic favored during the early 20th century, when such pieces adorned the tables of refined households across Europe and America. Limoges porcelain is highly prized by collectors of fine French ceramics, antique tableware enthusiasts, and those who appreciate the artistry of hand-painted decorative arts. GDA pieces are particularly valued for their superior porcelain quality, translucency, and the skill demonstrated in their painted decoration. Collectors of Limoges china, rose-themed porcelain, and early 20th-century French decorative arts actively seek well-preserved examples with clear maker's marks and vibrant hand-painted designs.