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Magnificent Antique (19thc) Large Porcelain/gilt Bronze Potpourri, After Meissen
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Magnificent Antique (19thc) Large Porcelain/gilt Bronze Potpourri, After Meissen

18th century
Sold 12 January 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Splendid antique (19thC) porcelain/gilt bronze potpourri after Meissen, believed to have been made by Samson (Paris). Beautifully decorated with country life/horse scenes and flowers, fitted with a pieced rim flanked by lion's mask and ring handles, raised on a pierced gilt bronze base. The large circular body is topped by a domed lid with a dolphin and cherub finial. Ca. 52cm high x 34cm diameter, weight 12.5kg.

Lovely condition – although a copy it is still a masterpiece.

See Ebay (253190584685) for similar, or 1st Dibs (Continental Gilt-Bronze Mounted Porcelain Potpourri, Late 19th Century).

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Gilt Bronze Porcelain Potpourri to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1187732
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AD725
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Splendid antique (19thC) porcelain/gilt bronze potpourri after Meissen, believed to have been made by Samson (Paris).
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Beautifully decorated with country life/horse scenes and flowers, fitted with a pieced rim flanked by lion's mask and ring handles, raised on a pierced gilt bronze base.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

The large circular body is topped by a domed lid with a dolphin and cherub finial. Ca. 52cm high x 34cm diameter, weight 12.5kg.

Lovely condition – although a copy it is still a masterpiece.

See Ebay (253190584685) for similar, or 1st Dibs (Continental Gilt-Bronze Mounted Porcelain Potpourri, Late 19th Century).

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Gilt Bronze Porcelain Potpourri to the 18th Century.

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187732
Dealers Internal Ref
AD725
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Magnificent Antique (19thc) Large Porcelain/gilt Bronze Potpourri, After Meissen

Archive II A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View II
Archive III A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View III
Archive IV A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View IV
Archive V A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View V
Archive VI A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View VIII
Archive IX A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View IX
Archive X A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View X
Archive XI A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View XI
Archive XII A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View XII
Archive XIII A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View XIII
Archive XIV A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View XIV
Archive XV A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid. View XV
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A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid.
Magnificent Antique (19thC) Large Porcelain/Gilt Bronze Potpourri, After Meissen
Ref: SA1187732
A large 19th-century porcelain potpourri urn featuring hand-painted pastoral scenes, gilt bronze mounts, lion mask handles, and a figural finial on the lid.
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  • ObjectDecorative Urns & Vases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleNeoclassical / Rococo Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourWhite and Gold
  • MotifsHand-painted pastoral scenes, Lion mask handles, Figural putto finial, Pierced gilt bronze gallery
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 34 cm (13 in)

FAQs

Meissen-style porcelain and gilt bronze vessels gained prominence in 19th-century Europe, heavily influenced by 18th-century Rococo and Neoclassical designs. These pieces were often crafted in continental Europe as high-end decorative objects, mimicking the famous output of the Meissen manufactory.

Authentic pieces typically feature hard-paste porcelain adorned with hand-painted polychrome enamel scenes and floral motifs. The mounts, handles, and bases are constructed from cast or chased gilt bronze, often referred to as ormolu, fitted with pierced sections to release fragrance.

Identification involves examining the quality of the hand-painting, the weight and craftsmanship of the bronze mounts, and any factory marks on the porcelain base. 19th-century ormolu typically exhibits natural wear, age-related patination, and hand-finished chasing details absent in modern reproductions.

This type of statement object works well as a focal point on a mantlepiece, side table, or grand sideboard within traditional or eclectic room schemes. Pairing it with neutral surroundings allows the detailed craftsmanship and gilt highlights to stand out without visual clutter.

Preservation requires dusting the porcelain gently with a dry, soft cloth and avoiding abrasive cleaning agents on the painted surfaces. Gilt bronze mounts should be cleaned very carefully without harsh chemical polishes to protect the historic surface patina.
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