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Spirit of the Heart
Limoges Porcelain Boxes
In
the late 1700's Limoges porcelain boxes were revered by the
royal families, aristocrats, and wealthy merchants. The fine
porcelain that comes from Limoges is evident of its high
quality Kaolin clay. Kim receives the imported boxes as
plain white blank boxes. She then designs and paints them.
It is from here the "Spirit of the Heart Box" is created.
Kim has spent the last 12 years designing these boxes.
Before each box is painted a detailed blueprint is drawn
simulating color, gold work, and inscriptions. After the
blueprint is approved by the client, Kim proceeds to paint
the box. Between each coat of paint the box must be fired in
a kiln. Kim fires her boxes sometimes up to 8 times or more
to maximize lush colors and fine detail.
The Limoges boxes come in many different
sizes and shapes. The most popular box is the round, square
or oval monogram box. Kim uses an interlace script in 24KT
gold for an elegant refined look. The boxes are embellished
with 24KT gold gilding and raised enamels. She also uses an
1800-century technique of agate burnishing.
"Kim
McCool creates Limoges paintings steeped in miniature
magnificence preserving complex, historical brush
methodology. Conversely, she introduces personal
contemporary styles and techniques that bring forth
poetic master works on porcelain." - Raphael
Iaccarino, Art Collector and Connoisseur
The
Distinctive Difference
Kim has created original box designs for many
years. A porcelain box is the perfect gift for people who
have everything. Any occasion can be commemorated -
Weddings, Engagements, Baby births, Christenings,
birthdays, special retirements, Debutantes, Sweet sixteens,
Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs. You can also have a pet
portrait, house portrait, yacht portrait, church portrait,
and even a cabin by a lake. Kim personally packages each
box in a gift box, with tote bag and tissue. If you are a
connoisseur of fine tastes you will certainly appreciate the
fine detail, magnificent design and workmanship of a "Spirit
of the Heart Box."
How to
Order
If you would like to order a
box hand painted by Kim, please email Kim and include your
phone number, fax number and email address. Please allow a 2
month period for painting and a little longer during holiday
times.
All boxes must be paid for in
advance via check or money order. Since the boxes are custom
painted just for you, there are no refunds.
After talking about the
details for the box, you will receive by fax a blueprint
which will have a detailed illustration of the finished box.
After you approve of the design, the box will then go into
production. Each box is fired many times. The exact number
of times depends on the amount of detail. This enhances the
colors and adds to fine details.
Upon completion of the box,
it is packaged for you. You will receive a tote bag and
tissue with your gift boxed box. All orders are sent United
States Postal Service Priority mail receipt confirmation.
Please figure $15.00. For Express Mail Overnight $25.00.
Multiple box mailing will be discussed at time of order.
