Mottahedeh

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J'aime et J'espere Ring Tray 4.5"

J'AIME ET J'ESPERE
(I love and I hope.)
This sentiment was engraved on a ring presented to Thomas Jefferson's daughter upon their departure from France. It was a marriage proposal. Jefferson's daughter never returned and never married.

This delicately decorated tray features the French Barbeaux pattern,with blue cornflowers, popular at the time Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin were ambassadors at the French Court of King Louis XVI.

A favorite with brides, Mottahedeh specializes in luxurious patterns and unique, elegant shapes that are reproduced from china found in museums and historical societies. The patterns feature complex and vibrant colors, and hand-painted gold decoration. The pieces are surprisingly fresh and timely, and look wonderful in both contemporary and traditional dining rooms.