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Attributed to Maison Edmé Samson et Fils FL. 19th century A pair of Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted Chinese style ceramic urns France, late 19th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Attributed to Maison Edmé Samson et Fils
- ceramic, bronze
- height 17 3/4 in.
- 45 cm
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation. Light dirt to crevasses of bronze mounts
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The family business, which became celebrated throughout the world, was established in 1845 by Edmé Samson (1810-1891). After an association with Maison Levy, the firm took the name Samson fils Ainé, after Edmé went into partnership with his son Emile (1837-1913).
It was during this period that they were at rue Béranger. The firm made copies of Sèvres porcelain, as well as many other factories, including Chelsea. They also produced 'Chinese' porcelain, in particular copies of armorial export porcelain and example of famille verte and famille rose, like the present example. They exhibited widely and had stands at both the 1867 and 1878 International Exhibitions in Paris. The firm finally ceased trading as recently as 1982.
It was during this period that they were at rue Béranger. The firm made copies of Sèvres porcelain, as well as many other factories, including Chelsea. They also produced 'Chinese' porcelain, in particular copies of armorial export porcelain and example of famille verte and famille rose, like the present example. They exhibited widely and had stands at both the 1867 and 1878 International Exhibitions in Paris. The firm finally ceased trading as recently as 1982.