A very tasty looking pear half featuring a finish of yellow and red hues, this piece measures 2 x 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 - inches. The trinket box shading and the details on this trinket are realistic and charming.

This piece is signed Peint Main, Limoges France:

Even though Peint Main is a French term, it has become a common knowledge term among Limoges collectors and aficionados.

“Peint Main, Limoges France”, “Peint a la Main, Limoges France” or “Décor Main” are a necessary part of the insignia of every French Limoges box.

The French term “Peint Main” or “Peint a la Main” in English means hand painted.  These terms are a necessary indicator that the porcelain box is completely painted by hand by French artisans in Limoges, France.

The peint main Limoges boxes are created with various degrees of expertise, depending on the level of skill of the artist.  The higher the expertise of the artist, the more attractive and valuable is the Limoges original.