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Samson Porcelain Ornithological Vase

$1,800
£1,360.20
€1,570.70
CA$2,515.23
A$2,790.86
CHF 1,461.91
MX$34,223.41
NOK 18,595.01
SEK 17,552.89
DKK 11,713.68
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About the Item

This lamp is both highly decorative and useful. It is by Samson, hard paste, unlike Derby and is spuriously marked Derby. As is sometimes the case, the bird painting is of excellent quality, The handles which are giltwood are very much in the Empire style and give the vase a Continental look.
  • Creator:
    Edmé Samson (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Diameter: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Regency (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The gilded handles made of wood were applied to the vase in the 19th century. The gilded and painted wooden base was added when converted to a lamp. The lamp was recently rewired to North American standards. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L1351stDibs: LU875333250012

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