Tall Flat Dark Blue Porcelain Limoges Box

Deep dark blue dresses this tall, flat porcelain box, a simple shape with a strong, quiet presence. The color was brushed on by hand in Limoges, France, on a Limoges box.

A Slim Silhouette in Navy

Without pattern or figure, the shape and color do all the work here. The tall, flat form stands upright like a small book or plaque, and the dark blue gives it a calm, formal finish that suits modern and traditional rooms alike.

Bookshelf Minimalism

• Hand-painted porcelain from Limoges, France
• Pairs with cobalt and solid color pieces in a modern grouping
• Fits easily on a narrow shelf or between books

Understated Occasions

This makes a refined present for someone who prefers clean lines, such as an architect, a designer, or a colleague with a minimalist office. It also suits a sapphire anniversary, a promotion, or a thank-you for a mentor with classic taste.

Fired to Last

Limoges porcelain is hard-paste porcelain, fired at very high heat, which gives it a dense body under its glaze. Even a plain piece like this shows the quality of the material. Stand it on a desk, slip it between favorite books, or line it up with other blue pieces on a mantel.