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18th-century Chinese Export Porcelain Pair of Court Maiden Candlesticks

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Chinese Export Porcelain pair of maiden candlesticks, circa 1760-1775    A pair of large Chinese Export figures of standing maidens holding gu form vases as candle sconces, in “Famille Rose” enamels with robes painted with gilt and “Famille Rose” flowers and branches. Their hair in a high chignon and black enamelled on the biscuit. References: Cohen & Motley 2008, p102, No 5.3, pair with green coats; Williamson 1970, pl LIX, a single. Dimensions: 15 3/4 inches x 5 1/2 inches x 5 1/4 inches deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1775
  • Condition:
    Repaired: All conservaton is invisible. One head has been off/on, one vase with minor repair, and some fingers off/on invisibly repaired. Once mounted as lamps so each has a small hole in the base to secure to lamp fitting. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Downingtown, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NY9459-AUPR1stDibs: LU861021394432

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