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Samson Porcelain Imari 'Temple Jar' on Ormolu Bronze Base, circa 1850

Creator: Edme Samson et Cie (Attributed)
Offered by: Acroterion

Description
A large and impressive early Samson porcelain covered baluster vase in late 17th, early 18th century Japanese Edo Genroku Imari style on finely cast Louis XVI style ormolu bronze base having 'geisha' form finial on domed cover atop high-shouldered baluster-form jar all polychrome painted and gilt with a continuous scene of a palace within gardens.

The French ceramics firm of ‘Samson, Edmé et Cie' was founded in Paris in 1845, and produced high quality copies of rare and important Japanese, Chinese, and European porcelain wares.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Hand-painted and gilt porcelain, cast and fire-gilt bronze
Condition:	Good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Minor gilt wear.
Creation Date:	circa 1850
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental
Incollect Reference #:	791528

Dimensions

H.	27.88 in;	Diam.	12.5 in;
H.	70.82 cm;	Diam.	31.75 cm;

Message from Seller:

Acroterion, the company, founded in late 2012, is by appointment in the historic Hudson Valley of upstate New York specializing in exceptional fine and decorative art from eastern to western, ancient to current; with a focus on the unique and timeless. The curated inventory is ever-changing and discriminately chosen by the founder and owner Randal Dawkins. Having a passion for fine objects and design from an early age, Mr. Dawkins graduated in 2004 from Sotheby’s Institute of Art, London.