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Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked Chantilly, Late 19th Century
Gillers Antiques Ltd
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Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked Chantilly, Late 19th Century

19th century
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A rare and decorative pair of large French biscuit porcelain figures, each inscribed CHANTILLY on the base and most probably produced by Vion & Baury in Paris during the late 19th century. The pair features a gallant couple in finely detailed rococo revival costume, with particular attention given to facial modelling and the soft, pastel-painted garments. These substantial figures stand on shaped bases with raised gilt CHANTILLY marks, a feature characteristic of revival pieces from leading Parisian workshops of the Belle Époque.

These are not products of the original Chantilly manufactory, but refined decorative works representing the 19th-century French fascination with 18th-century styles. Their impressive scale and technical execution make them highly desirable for collectors and interior decorators.

Condition:

The lady is missing several fingers from her left hand. The gentleman is missing the little finger on his right hand, a piece of the left sleeve is chipped offOtherwise, both remain in excellent antique condition, with well-preserved original painting and no restoration.

Dimensions:

Lady: 2555 g, height 36 cm, width 17 cm, depth 17 cm

Gentleman: 2174 g, height 37.2 cm, width 16 cm, depth 16.5 cm

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these French Biscuit Porcelain Figures to the 19th Century.

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SA1157919
Description
A rare and decorative pair of large French biscuit porcelain figures, each inscribed CHANTILLY on the base and most probably produced by Vion & Baury in Paris during the late 19th century.
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The pair features a gallant couple in finely detailed rococo revival costume, with particular attention given to facial modelling and the soft, pastel-painted garments.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

These substantial figures stand on shaped bases with raised gilt CHANTILLY marks, a feature characteristic of revival pieces from leading Parisian workshops of the Belle Époque.

fig 1. A pair of late 19th-century French biscuit porcelain figures depicting an 18th-century courtly man and woman with pastel pink and blue painted garments.
fig 1. Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked Chantilly, Late 19th Century

These are not products of the original Chantilly manufactory, but refined decorative works representing the 19th-century French fascination with 18th-century styles. Their impressive scale and technical execution make them highly desirable for collectors and interior decorators.

fig 2. A pair of late 19th-century French biscuit porcelain figures depicting an 18th-century courtly man and woman with pastel pink and blue painted garments.
fig 2. Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked Chantilly, Late 19th Century

Condition:

The lady is missing several fingers from her left hand. The gentleman is missing the little finger on his right hand, a piece of the left sleeve is chipped offOtherwise, both remain in excellent antique condition, with well-preserved original painting and no restoration.

fig 3. A pair of late 19th-century French biscuit porcelain figures depicting an 18th-century courtly man and woman with pastel pink and blue painted garments.
fig 3. Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked Chantilly, Late 19th Century

Dimensions:

Lady: 2555 g, height 36 cm, width 17 cm, depth 17 cm

Gentleman: 2174 g, height 37.2 cm, width 16 cm, depth 16.5 cm

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated these French Biscuit Porcelain Figures to the 19th Century.

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A pair of late 19th-century French biscuit porcelain figures depicting an 18th-century courtly man and woman with pastel pink and blue painted garments.
Large French Biscuit Porcelain Figures, Marked CHANTILLY, Late 19th Century
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FAQs

Biscuit or bisque porcelain refers to unglazed ceramic sculpture fired once to achieve a matte surface, widely manufactured in France during the 18th and 19th centuries to depict courtly and classical subjects.

These figures were cast in kaolin clay moulds, fired at high temperatures without a liquid surface glaze, and subsequently detailed using hand-applied enamel paints and gilding.

Authentic period pieces display stamped or painted factory marks underneath the base, refined hand-enamelled facial features, and precise detail on garment folds and lace work.

These figures are traditionally placed symmetrically on a mantelpiece, sideboard top, or inside a glazed display cabinet to serve as decorative focal points.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry artist brush, avoiding liquid cleaners or abrasive cloths that could dislodge enamel paint or penetrate the unglazed porous ceramic.
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