Dammouse

Throughout its history, the House of Haviland has collaborated with many brilliant artists and designers. These collaborations have given the world-famous patterns of Limoges porcelain, including the Haviland Dammouse. It was named after its creator, Edouard Dammouse, who crafted a unique watercolor design for Haviland vases.

Haviland Dammouse Pattern History

In the 19th century, the Art Nouveau movement gained immense popularity among artists and designers. Artists tried to develop their own naturalistic motifs and incorporated decorative elements from nature.

Dammouse, a famous designer of French art porcelain, was also inspired by nature. But he gained to incorporate Japanese themes and designs too. He used vibrant colors and realistic plant contours. And this approach helped him develop his own distinctive style, which is called Haviland Dammouse.

Design and Watercolor Tones

In 1875, this renowned ceramic artist began collaborating with the House of Haviland. He created unique Haviland exclusive designs for porcelain vases, including the one that became the basis for the Dammouse Haviland tableware collection.

The Haviland Dammouse pattern is inspired by Japanese prints and silks. In its original form, it featured 11 shades of color and a gold ornament. Dammouse achieved a perfected pale blue watercolor tone, which stands out beautifully against the traditionally white Limoges porcelain.

The design also includes large, dark blue leaves and flowers. Textured gold elements add a Japanese flair, beautifully contrasted against the elegance of French artistry.

The Revival of the Dammouse Design

In recent decades, the Haviland manufactory has revived the production of its historic designs. While modern Haviland collections in deep blue, such as Océan Bleu, are quite popular, in 2016 the brand decided to bring back the Dammouse design.

Following the vase collection, the brand introduced exquisite porcelain dinnerware Haviland Limoges Dammouse. These pieces, adorned with vibrant and fantastical flowers, immediately captivated the hearts of porcelain art lovers.

The pattern replicates the 19th-century original picture, and modern production technologies have made it more accessible and refined.

Features

The key characteristics of French dinnerware from the House of Haviland are luxury and a good reputation. The Haviland Dammouse Limoges collection, like other ornate dinner service sets, fully embodies this standard.

Today, it graces the tables of high-end hotels and restaurants. This dinnerware can be found in the homes of celebrities and politicians, as well as in the most exquisite design projects around the world.

The Dammouse Haviland collection is part of the Héritage line. Pieces from these collections are made from high-quality materials, particularly Limoges clay. The exquisite designs are hand-painted with colors and gold elements, ensuring the highest quality and uniqueness of each piece.

The Dammouse Limoges collection requires more delicate care due to its refined surface. Unlike the modern Relief and Incrustation collections, like Rêves du Nil and Portofino, which are just as vibrant but more suited for daily use, Dammouse needs special attention. You can serve any dish on these surfaces, but they should always be hand-washed for proper care.

Dammouse Haviland Dinnerware Items Overview

Like all luxury tableware sets from Haviland, this collection for six people consists of 44 pieces. Haviland Dammouse includes a full dining setup, along with additional items for dessert and tea service. In total, you can select from 27 different types of articles, which include:

• Classic serving plates for soups, appetizers, and main courses. The set includes 9 types of plates, ranging in diameter from 16 to 32.1 cm.
• Presentation dishes of various shapes and sizes for serving meals, soups, appetizers, salads, and sauces. Their sizes and shapes are equally varied, starting with the individual salad bowl at 16 cm or the soup cup at 15 cl, and going up to the oval dish at 40 cm or the soup tureen at 200 cl.
• Tea, cappuccino, and coffee serving items, including round teapot and coffeepot, sugar box, creamer, and 3 types of cups with saucers.

To create your own custom set, MDMAISON offers you to select the necessary elements in the desired quantities.

What is Dammouse Set Good For?

The Dammouse set is a smart investment for future generations and a practical collection for all important occasions. These hand-finished Haviland pieces are durable, and the decoration can withstand mechanical wear. Its vibrant colors complement and enhance any dish.

The bright tones and natural patterns boost the appetite as well. Vegetables and meat dishes alike will look equally appealing on these plates and presentation dishes. This set will look especially vibrant, for example, when serving tea with a slice of lemon and a delicate éclair.

Ordering the Haviland Dammouse Collection Online

The Dammouse Haviland handcrafted luxury porcelain is an adaptable enough collection. It can complement a wide range of decor styles and also serve as the starting point for different festive table settings. MDMAISON recommends this collection for house or yacht design projects, and particularly for the HoReCa sector.

You can contact us at your convenience to get answers to all your questions. MDMAISON also offers the opportunity for personal meetings in Paris, London, New York, or Dubai to start collaboration on your project, flexible purchasing options, convenient payment methods, and reliable delivery on time.

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FAQ

Who is the creative inspiration behind the Haviland Dammouse dinnerware collection?

Edouard Dammouse, a famous French designer of art porcelain, was inspired by Japanese motifs and Art Nouveau style and created a unique design. It became the foundation of the Dammouse collection pattern.

What is the Haviland Dammouse collection famous for?

This collection from the Héritage line is renowned for its unique design and color palette. The entire pattern is hand-painted, featuring gold ornamentation.

How many pieces does the Dammouse Haviland collection consist of?

The complete set for six people consists of 44 pieces (covering 27 different items). You can customize your collection by selecting each element for your dinner set.

How to buy original Haviland Dammouse Limoges porcelain?

All original elements from the Haviland Dammouse collection can be ordered from trusted suppliers like MDMAISON. Each item features an authentic factory backstamp.