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LARGE PORCELAIN VASE “THE BIRTH OF VENUS” FRANCE, MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
LARGE PORCELAIN VASE “THE BIRTH OF VENUS” FRANCE, MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SÈVRES, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
A large ceremonial porcelain vase of amphora form, produced at the renowned Manufacture nationale de Sèvres. The shape is inspired by Renaissance prototypes, with carefully balanced proportions, a high neck, and a stable circular foot. The body is covered with a rich turquoise-blue glaze serving as a ground for refined polychrome painting and lavish gilt ornamentation, characteristic of the highest artistic production of Sèvres in the 19th century.The front is adorned with a large oval medallion depicting the mythological scene The Birth of Venus. The goddess is shown at the moment of her triumphant emergence from the sea in a shell, with a flowing red drapery, surrounded by putti and music-making nymphs. The movement of the waves, the play of wind, and the dynamic arrangement of figures emphasize the allegorical nature of the scene, symbolizing the triumphant power of love, harmony of nature, and ideal beauty. The composition draws upon Renaissance and academic traditions widely embraced by French art of the period.The reverse features a richly painted still life with an opulent bouquet of flowers, pears, and plums. This imagery, traditionally associated with abundance and fertility, forms a meaningful dialogue with the mythological subject on the front. The painting is framed by a gilt cartouche with a pearl border. The body is further enriched with elaborate gilt vegetal and classical ornamentation executed with exceptional precision.Marks:Hand-painted underglaze cobalt mark of the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres, featuring a working monogram and the letter “P”. Such letter marks formed part of the internal attribution system used by the artistic workshops and painting ateliers of the manufactory in the second half of the 19th century and are characteristic of ceremonial vases with painted medallions.Dimensions: Height: 42 cm; Width: 25 cm; Depth: 25 cm.Condition: Good. Even glaze, no cracks or chips. Minor signs of age and light wear to the gilding on raised areas. The painted decoration is well preserved, with no evidence of restoration.Provenance: Private European collection.
Begins 03.05.2026
Bronze floor lamp with the figure of Putti. France. 19th century.
Bronze floor lamp with the figure of Putti. France. 19th century.
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Porcelain pedestal
Porcelain pedestal
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A pair of candelabra. Belle Epoque
A pair of candelabra. Belle Epoque
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.
Frame in the Neo-Baroque style. 19th century.
110 EUR
Box for jewelry
Box for jewelry
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Louis XVI style showcase
Louis XVI style showcase
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Coffee table with onyx top
Coffee table with onyx top
390 EUR
Beautiful chair with armrests
Beautiful chair with armrests
450 EUR
Sideboard with beautiful carvings
Sideboard with beautiful carvings
590 EUR
A 15-candle chandelier in the Louis XVI style. Sevres.
A 15-candle chandelier in the Louis XVI style. Sevres.
A 15-candle chandelier in the Louis XVI style, decorated with gilded relief decor featuring foliage and winged caryatids. The porcelain elements depict playing putti and flowers. Presumably made in Sevres. Diameter 60 cm. Signed on the porcelain: GL. Electrified.
Begins 03.05.2026
Table mirror.
Table mirror.
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Wine rack Louis XVI style
Wine rack Louis XVI style
Begins 03.05.2026 10:00:00
Ladies& 039; table
Ladies& 039; table
500 EUR
Large mirror
Large mirror
840 EUR
Mirror with painting
Mirror with painting
500 EUR
18th-Century Seascape Painting in the Style of Claude-Joseph Vernet
18th-Century Seascape Painting in the Style of Claude-Joseph Vernet
5650 EUR
Paris Porcelain centerpiece with putti, 19th Century
Paris Porcelain centerpiece with putti, 19th Century
2780 EUR
Louis XVI style writing desk
Louis XVI style writing desk
Rectangular writing desk of excellent proportions and decoration with an X-shaped bottom frame in Louis XVI style. The tabletop is made using marquetry technique using mahogany and rosewood. Decorated with top quality gilded bronze details. The body is made of solid mahogany. GShV 67 X116X76 cm.
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Louis XVI Style Pair of Two-Seaters from the 18th Century
Louis XVI Style Pair of Two-Seaters from the 18th Century
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19th Century Pair of Putti Andirons in Gilt Bronze
19th Century Pair of Putti Andirons in Gilt Bronze
3200 EUR
18th Century Chest of Drawers from Italy
18th Century Chest of Drawers from Italy
3890 EUR
Late 19th Century Louis XV Transition-Style Cabinet
Late 19th Century Louis XV Transition-Style Cabinet
5000 EUR
Pair of Gilded Candlesticks with Floral Pattern from Louis XVI (1774-1792)
Pair of Gilded Candlesticks with Floral Pattern from Louis XVI (1774-1792)
2970 EUR
Late 17th Century Reliquary Bust of a Bishop in Gilded Wood
Late 17th Century Reliquary Bust of a Bishop in Gilded Wood
5690 EUR
Pair Of Blue-glazed earthenware lamps in the Théodore Deck style, 19th century
Pair Of Blue-glazed earthenware lamps in the Théodore Deck style, 19th century
2420 EUR
Early 19th Century Pair of Louis XVI Directoire Style Candlestick Lamps
Early 19th Century Pair of Louis XVI Directoire Style Candlestick Lamps
2000 EUR
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