Great Owl Rochard Limoges Box, Blue Base

A great owl keeps watch from its perch on a blue base, wide eyed and wise. Rochard made this porcelain Limoges box and applied every feather of color by hand in Limoges, France.

Wisdom on a Blue Perch

Owls have stood for wisdom since the days of ancient Athens, and they remain one of the most collected birds in porcelain. The blue base sets this owl apart from the many brown and gold versions, giving it a cool, striking contrast on the shelf. Every detail is painted by hand, so each owl has its own look.

Night Watch Companions

• A Rochard bird design, hand-painted in Limoges, France
• Joins eagle, cardinal and woodland pieces
• Adds a blue accent to an owl collection

Hoots for the Graduate

Because the owl is linked to learning, this piece makes a thoughtful present for a graduate, a new teacher, a librarian or a professor earning tenure. It also suits a birdwatcher, a wildlife rehabilitator, or anyone with a cabin in the woods. Set it on a study desk, a library shelf, or a nightstand where it can keep watch overnight. Owl collectors often say they cannot have too many, and the blue base helps this one stand out among the rest of the parliament.