Samson, Paris — Porcelain Figure of a Leopard, Mid-19th Century

Name: Samson, Paris — Porcelain Figure of a Leopard, Mid-19th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1175027
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Gillers Antiques Ltd

Description

A fine Samson, Paris hard-paste porcelain figure of a recumbent leopard, c.1850–1860, after the famous 18th-century model by Johann Joachim Kändler for Meissen.

The leopard reclines with head raised, forepaws together and tail curled along the back. Naturalistic enamels capture the dappled white coat with irregular black rosettes; muzzle, ears and paws softly shaded brown; bright yellow eyes with black pupils.

The underside shows two vent holes and early firing traces.

A blue crossed-lines mark appears on the rump, a device used by Samson on their best interpretations of important European models.

Measurements

Length: 12 cm

Height: 5.5 cm

Depth: 7.5 cm

Weight: 121 g

Condition

Excellent antique condition: no chips, cracks or restoration.

Shipping

Fully tracked and insured delivery. Professional packaging using recycled materials where possible.

Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1175027

Dealers Internal Reference

B1451

Description

A fine Samson, Paris hard-paste porcelain figure of a recumbent leopard, c.1850–1860, after the famous 18th-century model by Johann Joachim Kändler for Meissen.

The leopard reclines with head raised, forepaws together and tail curled along the back.

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Naturalistic enamels capture the dappled white coat with irregular black rosettes; muzzle, ears and paws softly shaded brown; bright yellow eyes with black pupils.

Gillers Antiques Ltd