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French Architectural Porcelain Vases, A Pair
$4,500per set
£3,436.12per set
€3,912.14per set
CA$6,318.71per set
A$6,907.59per set
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Parisian Grandeur: A Pair of French Architectural Porcelain Vases,
Late 19th Century
This distinguished pair of late 19th-century French porcelain vases represents a classic fusion of fine craftsmanship and historical romanticism. Crafted in the sophisticated "urn-form," these vases are a testament to the enduring influence of neoclassical design. Each piece is richly adorned with a cobalt blue ground, a color long associated with luxury and prestige in European ceramics. This deep blue serves as a dramatic backdrop for intricate gilt highlights and two hand-painted architectural scenes, each framed within an ornate gilt border. The detailed scenes likely depict prominent European landmarks, reflecting a widespread 19th-century fascination with classical and historical sites.
The elegance of the vases is further enhanced by their finely modeled mask handles, a design element borrowed from classical antiquity, and a laurel leaf band at the foot of the square base, symbolizing honor and victory. The use of a "Pseudo Sevres mark" on the underside points to a tradition of high-quality porcelain production in France that sought to emulate or honor the renowned Sèvres factory, the official royal manufacturer of France. This practice was common among top-tier workshops and indicates the vases were made by skilled artisans for a discerning clientele.
These vases come from the esteemed collection of José Menache Neistein (1934–2020), an intellectual, cultural attaché, and art collector. Neistein’s life and work—as a critic, curator, and director of the Brazilian-American Cultural Institute in Washington D.C.—underscore his deep appreciation for the arts. His ownership of these pieces adds a layer of cultural significance, linking their French heritage to a broader, transatlantic intellectual and artistic context. These vases are more than decorative objects; they are a celebration of European architectural history and a reflection of the refined tastes of a prominent 20th-century art collector.
Dimensions: Height 14 inches x 7 1/4 inches wide x 5 1/2 inches deep (35.5cm high)
Mark: Pseudo Sevres mark
Provenance: From the Collection of Jose Menache Neistein
(Ref: NY10524-impr)
- Creator:Old Paris (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Empire Revival (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
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- Seller Location:Downingtown, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: NY10524-impr1stDibs: LU861047356112
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