The Malmaison Gold pattern of dinnerware by Haviland C. Parlon is inspired by the Empire style exemplified by Napoleon's Chateau de Malmaison. Decorated with a simple platinum band that has acanthus leaves etched into it, this Limoges dinnerware is classically elegant.
Since 1842, when David Haviland left America to set up his factory in Limoges, the name Haviland porcelain has been synonymous with excellence in the field of Limoges porcelain. Entrepreneurial spirit and bounless talent have been combined with innovation in shapes, decoration and production expertise. Numerous awards have been bestowed on R.Haviland and C. Parlon porcelain in recognition of its contribution to the Art of the Table. For over one and a half centuries Robert Haviland and C. Parlon porcelain can claim leadership in the world of porcelain. Their designers have always pursued the policy of creating porcelain that is both practical to use and of the utmost beauty and refinement.