Limoges Copper Enamel Bowl Flowers On White Pink And Scotland Enamel on copper.

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Both bowls are in good vintage condition with minor age-related wear to the enamel. No chips or cracks. The McPherson Gunn piece has some natural patina on the copper base. Please refer to the photos for close-up views of detail and condition.

Brand: Limoges

Type: Bowl

Colour: Multi

Material: Copper

Subject: Flowers

Theme: Art

Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959

Country of Origin: France

<p data-start="267" data-end="356" class=""><strong data-start="267" data-end="356">Stunning Pair of Handcrafted Enameled Copper Art Bowls â McPherson Gunn &amp; Emaux dâArt</strong></p> <p data-start="358" data-end="646" class="">This is a beautiful pair of collectible enameled copper bowls â one by <strong data-start="429" data-end="455">McPherson Gunn Designs</strong> of Scotland, and the other by <strong data-start="486" data-end="501">Emaux dâArt</strong>, Limoges, France. These small decorative dishes showcase the exquisite detail and craftsmanship associated with mid-century European enamel art.</p> <p data-start="648" data-end="921" class="">The red/yellow piece is handmade by <strong data-start="684" data-end="702">McPherson Gunn</strong>, known for their high-quality enamel work from Scotland. The base is marked <em data-start="779" data-end="853">"Hand Made Enamel on Copper â McPherson Gunn Designs â Made in Scotland"</em> with the original shop label from Juniper, Aberdeen still attached.</p> <p data-start="923" data-end="1166" class="">The shimmering purple floral bowl is signed <em data-start="967" data-end="999">"Emaux dâArt â Limoges France"</em>, a hallmark of refined French enamel artistry from the historic Limoges region, globally recognized for its superior porcelain and enamel work since the 18th century.</p> <p data-start="1168" data-end="1362" class="">These bowls are both richly colored and visually vibrant, featuring intricate floral details â one with Millefiori-style glasswork in the center and the other with a hand-painted central flower.</p> <p data-start="1364" data-end="1387" class="">ð <strong data-start="1367" data-end="1387">Product Details:</strong></p> <ul data-start="1389" data-end="1918"> <li data-start="1389" data-end="1433" class=""> <p data-start="1391" data-end="1433" class=""><strong data-start="1391" data-end="1400">Type:</strong> Decorative Copper Enamel Bowls</p> </li> <li data-start="1434" data-end="1506" class=""> <p data-start="1436" data-end="1506" class=""><strong data-start="1436" data-end="1447">Brands:</strong> McPherson Gunn Designs (Scotland) &amp; Emaux dâArt (France)</p> </li> <li data-start="1507" data-end="1552" class=""> <p data-start="1509" data-end="1552" class=""><strong data-start="1509" data-end="1522">Material:</strong> Copper with Vitreous Enamel</p> </li> <li data-start="1553" data-end="1592" class=""> <p data-start="1555" data-end="1592" class=""><strong data-start="1555" data-end="1568">Diameter:</strong> ~9.5 cm / 3.75 inches</p> </li> <li data-start="1593" data-end="1643" class=""> <p data-start="1595" data-end="1643" class=""><strong data-start="1595" data-end="1606">Weight:</strong> Combined approx. 218g (each ~109g)</p> </li> <li data-start="1644" data-end="1819" class=""> <p data-start="1646" data-end="1666" class=""><strong data-start="1646" data-end="1664">Color &amp; Style:</strong></p> <ul data-start="1669" data-end="1819"> <li data-start="1669" data-end="1739" class=""> <p data-start="1671" data-end="1739" class="">McPherson Gunn: Gradient red/orange with central Millefiori detail</p> </li> <li data-start="1742" data-end="1819" class=""> <p data-start="1744" data-end="1819" class="">Emaux dâArt: Lilac enamel with hand-painted floral motif and gold accents</p> </li> </ul> </li> <li data-start="1820" data-end="1853" class=""> <p data-start="1822" data-end="1853" class=""><strong data-start="1822" data-end="1833">Origin:</strong> Scotland &amp; France</p> </li> <li data-start="1854" data-end="1918" class=""> <p data-start="1856" data-end="1918" class=""><strong data-start="1856" data-end="1869">Markings:</strong> Signed on base, both makers clearly identifiable</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1920" data-end="2187" class="">𧼠<strong data-start="1923" data-end="1937">Condition:</strong><br data-start="1937" data-end="1940"> Both bowls are in <strong data-start="1958" data-end="1984">good vintage condition</strong> with minor age-related wear to the enamel. No chips or cracks. The McPherson Gunn piece has some natural patina on the copper base. Please refer to the photos for close-up views of detail and condition.</p> <p data-start="2189" data-end="2213" class="">ð¨ <strong data-start="2192" data-end="2213">About the Makers:</strong></p> <ul data-start="2215" data-end="2626"> <li data-start="2215" data-end="2431" class=""> <p data-start="2217" data-end="2431" class=""><strong data-start="2217" data-end="2243">McPherson Gunn Designs</strong> was a well-regarded enamel art studio based in Scotland, active in the late 20th century, producing unique decorative pieces known for vivid enameling and Scottish design sensibilities.</p> </li> <li data-start="2432" data-end="2626" class=""> <p data-start="2434" data-end="2626" class=""><strong data-start="2434" data-end="2449">Emaux dâArt</strong> hails from <strong data-start="2461" data-end="2472">Limoges</strong>, France â a region long celebrated for its fine enameling and porcelain since the 1700s, often associated with collectible art objects and refined taste.</p></li></ul>