LIMOGES PORCELAINSimple utilitarian vessels of backed clay have been made in all societies since the dawn of civilization. ![]() CARRIERE DE KAOLIN AU 19ème SIECLE In 1709, Kaolin (decomposed granite or china clay), was discovered in Meissen near Dresden. The French dicovered deposits near Limoges in 1769 and by 1800 an industry had developed in France. Limoges has reflected the art movements and life style changes of each stylistic period since then. |