Koala with Baby in a Tree Limoges Box

A koala clings to a tree with its baby close by in this tender porcelain scene. Hand-painted in Limoges, France, this Limoges box captures one of Australia's best loved animals in a sweet family moment.

Hanging Out Down Under

Koalas spend most of their lives in trees, dozing and nibbling eucalyptus leaves, and a mother carrying her young is one of the most familiar sights in the Australian bush. This piece captures that gentle bond.

A Family Portrait

• Hand-painted porcelain from Limoges, France
• Fits an Australian wildlife, bear or animal family collection
• Pairs with kangaroo, panda and other mother and baby boxes

Close to the Heart

It makes a lovely Mother's Day present, a memento of a trip to Sydney or Brisbane, or a thank-you for a wildlife rescue volunteer. Grandmothers who love animal families often treasure a piece like this.

From French Clay

Porcelain has been made in Limoges since kaolin was found near Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche in 1768, and many pieces are still painted by hand. That long tradition is now home to subjects from every corner of the world, including the Australian bush.