French Hand-Painted Porcelain Bowl, Heavy Gilt, B·B

A decorative, French hand-painted porcelain centerpiece bowl with an expressive scalloped rim and museum-like giltwork, presenting as an elevated tabletop object for 20th-century interiors. The creamy white porcelain ground is enriched with a bold, light-catching gold rim and finely rendered floral ornament, balancing classic French refinement with the high-glamour finish sought by designers and collectors. The interior features an elaborate gilt rose-and-foliate cartouche with scrolling leaves and stylized blossoms, executed in luminous gold over a creamy white ground. The exterior is decorated with hand-painted floral sprigs in deep burgundy with coordinating gold accents. The rim is finished in a heavy gold band that catches light and gives the piece a distinctly elevated, collector-grade presence. Mark / Origin • Underside marked: “HAND PAINTED / MADE IN FRANCE” with a lion device over a B·B monogram (dot between the letters). • This is best described as a French decorator/export mark; the specific atelier is not currently identified, but the piece is clearly French-made and finished to a high standard. Estimated Date Mid–late 20th century (circa 1950–1980), consistent with French export/decorator marking conventions and the presentation style (scalloped display bowl with bold gilding). Techniques / Materials • Fine porcelain body with glossy glaze • Hand-painted overglaze enamels (decor applied by hand) • Extensive hand-applied gilding (thick rim gilding plus ornamental interior gilt decoration) Style Ideal for French Country, Château, Neoclassical, Grandmillennial, and Hollywood Regency interiors—anywhere you want crisp white porcelain with high, warm gold contrast. Dimensions • Height: 3 in • Rim diameter: 9 1/2 in • Base diameter: 5 3/4 in Condition Very good vintage condition overall. Light, honest wear consistent with age and careful handling, including minor surface marks and subtle gilt wear visible under strong light (see photos). No major chips or cracks observed in the images provided; displays beautifully. French porcelain bowl, hand painted, gilt bowl, scalloped rim, floral, decorator mark, Made in France, grandmillennial decor, Hollywood Regency, Neoclassical.