Limoges Cobalt Blue Ruffled Porcelain Vase with Fragonard Scene

This is a vintage French Limoges porcelain vase, likely dating from the mid-20th century. The piece is characterized by its deep, high-gloss cobalt blue (bleu de four) glaze, which serves as a striking backdrop for the gilt-edged central cartouche. The cartouche features a romanticized Courting Couple or 'Gallant Scene' in the style of Jean-Honoré Fragonard, depicted in a soft pastoral landscape with hues of pink, beige, and green. The vase is constructed with a bulbous base, a tapering neck, and a dramatic ruffled or fluted rim, which is heavily accented with hand-applied 22k gold gilding. Fine gold scrollwork and filigree frame the central medallion, adding to its rococo-revival aesthetic. Condition-wise, the porcelain body appears intact with no visible chips or cracks. There is very minor thinning of the gold gilt on the high points of the scalloped rim, consistent with age and gentle handling. While no maker's mark is visible in this photograph, such pieces are typically marked 'Limoges France' and 'Veritable Porcelaine' on the base. The craftsmanship reflects the premium quality associated with the Limoges region, balancing bold color with delicate, detailed transfer and hand-finishing.