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19th Century Meissen Porcelain Rococo Style Candlestick Table Lamp
About the Item
A stunning antique, circa 1880s, Dresden porcelain figural flower encrusted candlestick - candelabra mounted as a lamp.
Exquisitely handmade and painted in Germany in the late 19th century, developed by Ernst August Leuteritz, the very finest of quality, exceptionally executed in the decadent opulence and sophisticated elegance that is Meissen Rococo taste, featuring sculptural seated putti holding fruit and flower motif, having an architecturally articulated shaped baluster shaft, tripartite base rising on high volute C-scroll feet, elaborately decorated in the most intricate floral and fiolate applied and relief decoration in rich polychome and brilliant gold leaf gilt accents.
Early 20th century and later light fixture elements, professionally electrified and fashioned as a large luminaire table lamp. The candlestick drilled, standard mounted with adjustable two light post, topped with removable rod retaining remnants of original paint finish with distressed chippy paint patina, surmounted with matching ornate porcelain flower bouquet finial.
Dimensions: (approx)
36" High (top of finial), 8.75" Wide, 8.75" Deep. 26" to sockets.
Provenance / Acquisition:
Acquired from highly reputable auction house, Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2022 Fine & Decorative Arts Showcase Auction catalog #13187
Similar examples can be found in fine museum collections and important decorative arts exhibitions around the world, including Krockenberger, Museum Collection Haus der Kunst, p. 93, Jedding, and Meissen porcelain from the 19th and 20th centuries, p. 72 f.
Condition:
Presents splendidly. Lighting operational. Retaining original antique character marks, including errant chipping, flaking, and minor losses throughout, with wear commensurate with age and use.
- Attributed to:Meissen Porcelain (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
- Style:Rococo (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880s
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Professionally electrified, drilled, and mounted as a lamp. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Presents splendidly. Lighting operational. Retaining original antique character marks, including errant chipping, flaking, and minor losses throughout, with wear commensurate with age and use.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977231292362
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