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Rare 19th Century Tucker and Hemphill American Porcelain Trumpet Vase, 1830s

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A fine and rare early 19th century Tucker and Hemphill porcelain vase. The vase is decorated with a gilt shield device surrounded by leaf and branch and ribbon decoration. (Also, note how the shield is reminiscent of Tucker's famous perfumes!) Tucker and Hemphill was the important first large-scale producer of porcelain in America. They operated in Philadelphia from 1826-1838, and pieces are extraordinarily hard to find and highly coveted by American collectors. For comparable examples, visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art's online collection. Measure: Height circa 6 in. Items purchased from David Sterner antiques must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    Tucker and Hemphill (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Diameter: 5.2 in (13.21 cm)
  • Style:
    American Classical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1826-1838
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. With minor rubbing to the gold & light glaze and surface scratches and scuffing here and there. Please email us with any questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU161025153323

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