more than 170 years of history
1768
The story of French porcelain begins when a woman discovers soft, white clay that she uses to bleach her household linens. This substance will be identified as kaolin: the crucial, long-sought- after ingredient that is responsible for the durability and translucency of fine porcelain. The search for this “secret ingredient” had lasted four centuries since Marco Polo’s discovery of Chinese porcelain. The discovery of kaolin in France marked the birth of industrial and cultural significance of Limoges porcelain.
1836
The consumer use of porcelain dinner services begins to grow. The factory « manufacture de Sauviat » located one hour from Limoges opens and produces high end, wood fired porcelain.
1935
Giraud and Brousseau acquire the manufacture and creates the first shape Corail which still exists in the Médard de Noblat portfolio.
1989
Georges Médard buys the manufacture, creates the brand Médard de Noblat and develops the brand globally. Mr Médard introduces the first isostactic press in Limoges that will ensure greater production output and enhanced product quality. He continues to modernise the production facilities and starts to work on building the brand awareness amongst consumers.
2010
Amefa group acquires the company and reorganises the business model preserving the design and technical expertise. Creativity and passion for innovation continue to drive the company.
2014
