Limoges Benjamin Harrison Presidential Plate
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Limoges Benjamin Harrison Presidential Salad Plate, ca. 1892, decorated with an eagle grasping a shield in the center, the border with gilt corn, symbolizing American agriculture, and goldenrod, hearkening to Harrison's home state of Indiana, made by Tressemanes & Vogt of Limoges, and ordered through M. W. Beveridge of Washington, D.C., marked on the back by both, as well as "Harrison 1892" in gilt, dia. 8-1/2". This set was ordered for the administration under the influence of first lady Caroline Harrison, who had an interest in china painting.
Condition
In overall excellent condition. No visible losses, cracks or repairs. Painted well. Rim and gilded surfaces are intact. Some light accretions to the foot rim.
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Limoges Benjamin Harrison Presidential Plate
Estimate $900 - $1,200
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