Samson, Meissen

Continental Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Two-Light Candelabra

Circa 1755

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Description

Pair of porcelain figures, circa 1755 and later, of vegetable sellers mounted on later gilt bronze candelabra.

  • Sold as a set of 2.
  • Female figure with a bunch of vegetables gathered in her apron made by Samson with crossed baton mark in underglaze-blue.
  • Male figure with a basket of vegetables at his side made by Meissen with crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue.
  • Pierced gilt-bronze rocaille-scroll bases and set with gilt-bronze leafy branches terminating in two candle sconces.


Condition Report

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Like New

The male figure with right arm re-stuck, right fingers restored, both big toes restored, and typical minor chipping to applied leaves.

Female figure with right arm reattached at shoulder which could be refreshed, restoration to right forearm, and typical minor chips to applied leaves.

Bronze mounts with rubbing and oxidation throughout.

Candle branches a bit loose in the bases. Some remnants of candle wax in cups.

 

Product is used.

Dimensions

Height: 10.88 inches / 27.64 cm

Materials

Gilt Bronze, Porcelain

Period

Rococo

Decorative Style

Traditional Style

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