A Samson Iznik-style pottery jardinière, France, 19th century
Auction Closed
March 31, 12:40 PM GMT
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
decorated in underglaze cobalt blue, light blue, khaki green and relief red with black outlines, with repeat floral compositions featuring tulips and carnations, everted rim and foot with a stylised foliate design, Samson mark to underside of foot
17.8cm. height; 34.3cm. diam.
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Emile Samson opened his ceramics firm in Paris in 1845 and successfully capitalised on the growing collector's market for antique fine China by producing ceramics in a multitude of styles, almost unrecognisable as revival pieces. His designs copy multiple styles, including Italian pottery, Iznik and other Islamic-ceramic inspired wares. For similar Iznik-style pieces produced by Samson, see F. Slitine, Samson: Génie de l’Imitation, Massin, 2002.