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Pair of Samson Porcelain Urns with Ormolu Mounts, 19th Century French

$18,000per set
£13,618.24per set
€15,717.56per set
CA$25,140.99per set
A$27,951.98per set
CHF 14,631.18per set
MX$342,821.78per set
NOK 186,291.87per set
SEK 175,881.60per set
DKK 117,289.56per set
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About the Item

An exemplary pair of 19th century Samson porcelain urns with ormolu bronze mountings. Each urn is covered with a hand painted porcelain lid matching the body of the vessel surrounded by a ormolu bronze rim and topped with finial in an intricate foliate motif. The vessels are hand painted with floral motifs comprising red, pink, green, blue and purple flowers over a vibrant green background among other decorative elements. Each urn is mounted with intricate ormolu bronze handles and bases each in a foliate motif. Provenance John Nelson Antiques - Los Angeles.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    El Monte, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7796240425212

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