Pair of Samson Porcelain Guinea Fowl, Paris, C.1845

Name: Pair of Samson Porcelain Guinea Fowl, Paris, C.1845
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1183149
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Ritas Bazaar

Description

A rare cabinet-sized pair of Samson porcelain guinea fowl, produced in Paris around 1845 after Kaendler’s renowned Meissen birds for the Japanese Palace. Each figure has a magenta-toned neck, black-spotted plumage and a gilded beak, supported on a foliage-moulded base. Both pieces bear underglaze blue crossed-swords-type marks typical of Samson’s 19th-century interpretations of admired 18th-century models.

Small variations in weight and modelling confirm genuine hand production. Samson made this subject in two sizes; the present 16–16.5 cm cabinet version is considered the more attractive for domestic display. Pairs of this model are notably less common than single birds.

Measurements

Figure 1

Height: 16 cm (6.30?)

Width: 11 cm (4.33?)

Depth: 7 cm (2.76?)

Weight: 276 g

Figure 2

Height: 16.5 cm (6.50?)

Width: 11 cm (4.33?)

Depth: 7.5 cm (2.95?)

Weight: 287 g

Condition

Both figures are in excellent antique condition with no visible repairs. Enamels, applied details and gilding remain crisp and well preserved.

Shipping & Packaging

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Shipping cost includes packaging, handling and postage.

Packed carefully using recycled materials where possible.

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Questions are welcome.

Physical Dimensions

Height

16.5cm (6.50")

Width

11cm (4.33")

Depth

7.5cm (2.95")

Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1183149

Dealers Internal Reference

B1554

Description

A rare cabinet-sized pair of Samson porcelain guinea fowl, produced in Paris around 1845 after Kaendler’s renowned Meissen birds for the Japanese Palace.

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Each figure has a magenta-toned neck, black-spotted plumage and a gilded beak, supported on a foliage-moulded base.

Ritas Bazaar

Both pieces bear underglaze blue crossed-swords-type marks typical of Samson’s 19th-century interpretations of admired 18th-century models.

fig 1. Pair of Samson Porcelain Guinea Fowl, Paris, c.1845 — fig 1. Pair of Samson Porcelain Guinea Fowl, Paris, C.1845

Small variations in weight and modelling confirm genuine hand production. Samson made this subject in two sizes; the present 16–16.5 cm cabinet version is considered the more attractive for domestic display. Pairs of this model are notably less common than single birds.