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MASTERPIECE GRAND PORPHYRY VASE

Offered by: Michael Lipitch Ltd

Description
MASTERPIECE GRAND PORPHYRY VASE
SWEDISH CIRCA 1790

Swedish Porphyry Urn of Plain - Elegant, and Robust Campana Form .

Dimensions 40 x 32 cms

This excellent and most noble piece is believed to have been carved from Blyberg porphyry mined from the quarries of Alvdalen , a Swedish municipality located northwest of Stockholm . Established in 1788 by Niels Adam Bielke , President of the Swedish Board of Mines .

By the early 19th century , Porphyry became a prized Swedish export and products crafted in the " Elfdahis Porfyrwerk " were destined to find homes in the palaces and stately homes of many foreign monarchs and dignitaries . Unlike the purple porphyry favoured by the Romans, Swedish porphyry is characterised by its rich dark colour .

Provenance ........With Thomas Coulbourn and Sons , Sutton Coldfield .UK March 2008

Private Collection , Kensington, London

REF 5868

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	678583

Dimensions

H.	15.75 in;	Diam.	12.6 in;
H.	40 cm;	Diam.	32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Michael Lipitch established his antiques business in 1960. However, the family name “Lipitch” has been synonymous with the antiques profession for one hundred years. The company aims to provide collectors, museums and designers an opportunity to utilise the experience of an established expert in 17th, 18th & 19th century antiques. All pieces are personally selected by Michael, with authenticity, provenance, rarity, original colour and patination being of upmost importance.