Rochard Three Panel Christmas Tree Triptych Limoges Box
Three panels open like a little altarpiece to reveal a Christmas tree, a fine art twist on holiday porcelain. Rochard created this triptych Limoges box, decorated by hand in Limoges, France.
A Holiday Altarpiece
The triptych, a work in three joined panels, dates back to medieval churches, where painted wings folded around a central scene. Rochard borrows that form for the Christmas tree, so the piece feels both festive and reverent. It is painted entirely by hand, a slower process that gives each panel its own character.
Trimmings and Treasures
- A Rochard Christmas triptych from Limoges, France
- Joins Christmas tree, holiday art and fine art groupings
- Pairs with Santa, nutcracker and wrapped present pieces
Center Stage in December
Stand it open on a mantel, a piano, or a hall table where guests arrive, and it becomes a small focal point for the season. It is a thoughtful present for an art lover, a church choir director, or a hostess who decorates every corner for Christmas. When the season ends, return it to the curio cabinet until next year.
A Tradition of Hand Painting
Many Limoges boxes are painted by hand after the white porcelain is fired, which is how this triptych received its holiday colors.