India, a whimsical pattern, was inspired by Valmiki's Ramayana and designed by Arielle de Brichambaut. This Vedic epic book highlighted elements of Indian culture, architecture and celestial bestiary of the 16th to 19th centuries. The exotic treatment of red, yellow, cobalt and pink reflect the colors of India. Produced in Limoges, France in its world-renowned factory dating from 1924. Five-piece place setting includes dinner plate, salad plate, bread/butter plate, teacup, and saucer. In 1924, Robert Haviland collaborated with Camille Parlon to form Robert Haviland and C. Parlon. Robert Haviland was from a family with a long history in the porcelain business and was able to maintain the quality that his family was known for. The company produces its fine porcelain in Limoges, a French town well known for this coveted material.