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19th Century Meissen Porcelain 'Elements' Ewer Emblematic of Water

$39,850
£29,879.41
€34,640.76
CA$55,612.78
A$62,114.39
CHF 32,276.52
MX$756,428.27
NOK 409,983.97
SEK 386,323.07
DKK 258,462.08
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A 19th century Meissen porcelain 'Elements' ewer emblematic of water. Blue crossed swords mark. The present ewer, representing water, is after the set modelled by Johann Joachim Ka¨ndler in 1741. Of flattened baluster form with flared spout and spreading foot, emblematic of Water from a set of the Elements, Water with a scroll handle formed from aquatic leaves tied with a ribbon and surmounted by a winged putto, the rim shell-molded above a plain section painted with insects, the lower part molded with a fleet of war ships among waves between figures of a mermaid and hippocampi below a figure of Neptune in a shell chariot, the foot molded with bulrushes and applied with stylized dolphins. This is one of the finest models that we have ever seen, fabulous painting and condition. 25.5 in. Germany, Circa 1870, blue crossed swords marks, incised numbers.
  • Creator:
    Meissen Porcelain (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Certain areas have been professionally restored and are undetectable. This is very common for porcelain pieces. Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU919530347182

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