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Follow on Google News | Vista Alegre Names Marguerite Dorger, LLC As New USA DistributorVista Alegre, notably one of the largest porcelain producers in the world, today announced it has appointed Connecticut based Marguerite Dorger, LLC as its sole US distributor.
By: Marguerite Dorger LLC / Vista Alegre PT Vista Alegre Market Manager, Pedro Venda, stated, “We are truly delighted to be setting sail for the shores of the USA once again”. Marguerite Dorger stated, “We are extremely excited about our opportunity to work with Vista Alegre, it’s a wonderful company with true visionary flair. Vista Alegre embraces porcelain as an art form, with many new products, patterns, unique shapes and fabulous serving pieces in its repertoire.” Marguerite Dorger LLC will undertake re-building distribution for the brand and many former Vista Alegre retailers have expressed enthusiasm in re-uniting Vista Alegre with their customers. Marguerite Dorger further noted, “One of the great things about VA is the broad spectrum appeal of its patterns, as well as its range of prices. The product can be traditional and elegant, or sleek and contemporary, offering a design array from stark clean lines in a ‘Less is More’ white, to intriguingly and beautifully ornate. Prices range from $45 to $310 per place setting – so there truly is something for everyone!” Founded in 1824 by Jose’ Ferreira Pinto Basto in Ilhavo Portugal, the company remains based here with offices in Lisbon. In 2001, the Vista Alegre Group merged with the Atlantis Group to form Vista Alegre Atlantis. This union marked the merging of two of Portugal’s most prestigious brands and creation of one of the largest in all of Europe. Vista Alegre employs sophisticated technology and maintains one of the most advanced production campuses globally. The company produces approximately 15 million pieces of tableware, porcelain and giftware annually, with exports to more than 20 countries worldwide. Known for its distinctive designs, Vista Alegre is organized into four sectors: Tableware, Giftware, Cookware and Hotelware. The company’s core business is the production and distribution of fine quality porcelain and crystal – In fact, Vista Alegre is found in the finest of residences and museum collections throughout the world, from that of the President of the Portuguese Republic to Queen Elizabeth II of England, King Juan Carlos of Spain, Queen Beatriz of the Netherlands, President Lula da Silva of Brazil and the White House in the USA, as well as, the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Marguerite Dorger is a seasoned veteran who has enjoyed a career spanning more than two decades devoted to the tabletop industry. As an executive, (she was the President of Haviland Limoges until 2005), and as well, upon formation of her own company Marguerite Dorger, LLC in 2006, as an exclusive importer and distributor for several prestigious European brands. Marguerite Dorger, LLC, is also the sole US Distributor for J. Seignolles Porcelaine de Limoges and HB-Henriot Faiencerie de Quimper. For pricing and information please contact: Marguerite Dorger LLC, CT. P- 860-435-2032, F- 866-685-4931 http://www.margueritedorgerinc.com/ End
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