Porcelain with white glaze and polychrome paint with gold-etched decoration
France, 19th century
In the style of the Sèvres porcelain factory, established in 1756
On-glaze blue Sevres imitation mark (double ‘L’ with a ‘C’)
Model from circa 1800
Decoration presumably executed by a Parisian workshop
Openwork lidded perfume vase with sculptural dolphin feet
Encircling floral and ribbon decoration
Overall height: 22 cm
Good condition
Elaborate and decorative Empire brûle de parfum censer vase
Object is regular taxed. 19% VAT is added to the purchase price for deliveries within the EU.

The present brûle de parfum features a flattened bulbous body with a gilt and grid-like openwork neck and a matching sharp arched lid with a knob handle, standing on three feet, shaped in the form of dolphins on a profiled and three-sided base. The dolphins display very elaborate gilt scales. The wall of the vessel shows encircling flower garlands and ribbons.



Condition

The vessel is in good condition. The gold decoration has been renewed in part and is minimally rubbed off in places. The overall height, including the lid, is 22 cm.

Manufacture Royale de Porcelaine de Sèvres (since 1756)

The porcelain factory of Sèvres is one of the most important European manufacturers of soft paste china. Since 1765, its headquarters were based in Sèvres. The manufactory was founded in 1740 at the Château de Vincennes on the outskirts of Paris. Vincennes began with the imitation of Meissen porcelain in order to curb the import. In 1745, the production of soft past china was launched, which enabled a number of new shapes and colors. One of the most important clients of the factory was Madame de Pompadour (1721-1764), so that the factory gained a great importance and Louis XV decided the construction of the Sèvres manufactory. In 1760, it came into royal possession. In 1790, it was nationalized. Today's manufacture has a porcelain museum, where selected pieces are on display, dating from the beginning of the production until now. (cko)

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