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19th Century Pair of Mansion House Porcelain Dwarves by Samson of Paris.
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19th Century Pair of Mansion House Porcelain Dwarves by Samson of Paris.

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This superb, large and highly decorative pair of 19th century Mansion House dwarves is in the style of early Derby examples reproduced by the famous French Paris factory Samson, who was known for faking and imitating well-known high end factories and wears now well sought after in their own right by collectors.

These very fine figures are in excellent original condition with no restoration, each beautifully modelled, hand painted in rich bright colours, and highlighted with fine hand gilt detailing.

A most pleasing and eye catching pair of French 19th century porcelain figures which are approximately 130 years old.

Circa 1895.

Each figure bears a fake red Derby factory mark on its underside.

Height 17cm x width 9cm x depth 10cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Porcelain Mansion House Dwarves to the 1890s.

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SA1205686
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Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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Description
This superb, large and highly decorative pair of 19th century Mansion House dwarves is in the style of early Derby examples reproduced by the famous French Paris factory Samson, who was known for faking and imitating well-known high end factories and wears now well sought after in their own right by collectors.
These very fine figures are in excellent original condition with no restoration, each beautifully modelled, hand painted in rich bright colours, and highlighted with fine hand gilt detailing.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A pair of 19th-century hand-painted Samson porcelain Mansion House dwarf figurines featuring oversized hats and patterned waistcoats.
fig 1. 19th Century Pair of Mansion House Porcelain Dwarves by Samson of Paris.

A most pleasing and eye catching pair of French 19th century porcelain figures which are approximately 130 years old.

Circa 1895.

Each figure bears a fake red Derby factory mark on its underside.

Height 17cm x width 9cm x depth 10cm

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated these Porcelain Mansion House Dwarves to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1205686
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
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Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A pair of 19th-century hand-painted Samson porcelain Mansion House dwarf figurines featuring oversized hats and patterned waistcoats.
19th century pair of Mansion House porcelain dwarves by Samson of Paris.
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Mansion House dwarves are grotesque comical figurines inspired by 18th-century caricatures of men who stood outside Londons Mansion House to advertise theatrical performances and auctions. Originally rendered by factories such as Derby, these figures were later reproduced by high-end workshops like Samson of Paris during the 19th century.

19th-century Samson figures were typically crafted from hard-paste porcelain, meticulous hand-enamelling, and delicate gilding. Artisans executed intricate polychrome patterns and applied raised details using traditional ceramic kilns and hand-painting techniques.

Authentic Samson pieces often display fake or adapted historical factory marks, such as a faux Chelsea gold anchor or Derby mark, alongside high-quality hard-paste porcelain construction. Inspecting the precise detail in the enamel brushwork, weight, and glaze consistency helps determine authenticity.

These decorative figures serve as conversation pieces when displayed in pairs on a mantelpiece, inside a glass cabinet, or amongst art books on a bookshelf. Arranging them against neutral or dark backdrops highlights their vibrant enamelling and detailed patterns.

Dust figures regularly with a soft brush or microfibre cloth to prevent buildup. Avoid submerging figures with gilding or cold-painted elements in water, and never use abrasive chemicals or hard scrubbers that could scratch the enamel finish.
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