Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Marie Daage?
Marie Daâge was born in Austria and educated at the School of The Louvre in Paris—a formation that placed her at the intersection of art history and material culture. Working in Limoges, she has established herself as the singular master of hand-painted French porcelain.
What defines Marie Daage's approach to hand-painted Limoges porcelain?
Marie Daage approaches the dinner plate as a serious and expressive surface, like any canvas, working in Limoges with a palette of over seventy colors across more than sixty distinct pattern lines. Her vision has established her as the singular master of hand-painted French porcelain.
What are Marie Daage's most celebrated collections?
Marie Daage’s most celebrated collections include Agate, which captures geological complexity in hand-painted form; Agate Bicolore, for a richer chromatic effect; and Horizon and Écaille, which offer geometric and textural expressions. Each collection is available in over seventy colors with a near-infinite range of combinations.
What finishing details are standard on Marie Daage porcelain?
A 24-karat gold rim is applied as the standard finish on all Marie Daage pieces, with platinum available upon request. This gold rim is applied by hand and burnished to a warmth and depth that distinguishes it immediately from any industrially produced gilding.
Is Marie Daage porcelain dishwasher safe?
Yes, Marie Daage porcelain is dishwasher safe, a practical generosity consistent with the house’s belief that these magnificent objects should be used and loved daily. Hand washing will, however, always best preserve the gold rim and the luminosity of the hand-painted decoration over years of devoted use.
Is Marie Daage an appropriate choice for a wedding registry?
Marie Daage is among the most exceptional choices for a wedding registry where the couple wishes their table service to be genuinely and permanently unique. No other household in the world will have porcelain in precisely the same combination of colors, patterns, and gilding as the service we create for you.
Is Marie Daage an appropriate choice for a bespoke commission?
Absolutely. Bespoke commissions lie at the heart of the Marie Daage service. Kneen & Co assists fully with the customization process, from color and pattern selection through to final delivery, treating every commission with the care and attentiveness it deserves.
What lead times apply to Marie Daage at Kneen & Co?
Marie Daage commissions require a lead time of 12–24 weeks from the Limoges atelier, reflecting the hand-painted nature of every piece and the artisanal scale of the studio. Our team guides clients through the entire process with the expertise and patience that a commission of this nature requires and rewards.