Why did Limoges become famous for porcelain?

Limoges became popular when local manufacturers had access to kaolin, the clay used to make true hard-paste porcelain. Sources often refer to the find of kaolin near Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche near the 20th century, the end of the sixties, and then in 1771 the Royal Porcelain Manufactory was established. This combination of raw material and organized production helped Limoges develop skilled workshops, kilns and decorators. In the 1800s, export demand increased, and well-known houses built their reputations for consistent white hulls, refined forms and decorativeness. The result is a region associated with quality, fine finish and a variety of styles, from delicate floral paintings to formal dinner services with gold rims.