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Poseidon or Neptune with hippocampus. Glazed porcelain. Europe, 19th century.

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Poseidon or Neptune with hippocampus. Glazed porcelain. Europe, 19th century. Enamelled porcelain figurine with a circular base, decorated with openwork elements and rococo-inspired motifs enhanced with golden touches, which presents a semi-nude, bearded male figure, standing, with a purple and white cloak, accompanied by a half-horse, half-fish monster. The character is the classical god Poseidon or Neptune, and the creature is known as a hippocampus. This type of work was common in several prominent porcelain factories throughout the 19th century, especially Meissen, but also Chelsea (whose brand is an anchor) or Samson, for example. · Size: 6x7x15 cms International Buyers – Please Note: for those articles that need Export Permits (those older than 100 years), the obtaining of the Permit will be processed without additional expenses (if you choose the seller sends it to you), but the period for the obtention of it may vary from 10 to 35 days.

Dimensions:

Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)

Style:

Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Porcelain

Place of Origin:

Europe

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

19th century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.

Seller Location:

Madrid, ES

Reference Number:

Seller: zf09951stDibs: LU2951329765572

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