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Pair of Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Candelabra, Late 19th Century
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Pair of Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Candelabra, Late 19th Century

19th century
Description

A very imposing pair of French Samson porcelain lidded ginger jars, in the Chinese style, with wonderful gilded ormolu scrolling foliate, Rococo style candelabra and base, circa 1890.

Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Samson Porcelain Ormolu Candelabra to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
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SA959863
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Description
A very imposing pair of French Samson porcelain lidded ginger jars, in the Chinese style, with wonderful gilded ormolu scrolling foliate, Rococo style candelabra and base, circa 1890.
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Samson Porcelain Ormolu Candelabra to the 19th Century.

Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
33cm (12.99")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA959863
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000933
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases.
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Archive I A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases.

Pair of Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Candelabra, Late 19th Century

Archive II A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View II
Archive III A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View VI
Archive VII A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases. View VII
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A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases.
Pair of Samson Porcelain and Ormolu Candelabra, Late 19th Century
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A pair of late 19th-century cobalt blue porcelain urns mounted with gilt bronze foliate branches forming candelabra on scrolled rocaille bases.
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  • ObjectCandelabra
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Ormolu, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourCobalt Blue, Gold
  • MotifsFoliate arms, Rocaille bases, Cobalt glaze, Leaf candle cups
  • SizeH 49 cm (19 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

This pair of late 19th-century French Rococo Revival candelabra originates from the 19th Century and takes the form of Samson porcelain lidded ginger jars in the Chinese style, mounted with ormolu and gilt bronze. The pieces display a vibrant cobalt blue glaze set against bright gold metalwork, incorporating detailed foliate arms, leaf-shaped candle cups, scrolled rocaille bases, openwork lids, and flame finials. The ormolu branches curve outward gracefully from the bases, wrapping around the ceramic bodies to support multiple candleholders. Each item measures 49 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 33 cm deep in practical terms. Positioned on a mantelpiece, these decorative items bring classic French Chateau elegance to a formal sitting room, a grand dining space, or a traditional hallway display. The combination of rich blue ceramic and gilded bronze mounts creates a striking decorative statement suitable for traditional interior settings.

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Produced in Paris during the late 19th century by the Samson firm, these pieces feature porcelain bodies mounted with gilded bronze ormolu foliage arms and bases, inspired by 18th-century French designs.

These decorative objects combine hard-paste porcelain glazed in vivid tones with cast and chased gilt bronze mounts that form the candle branches, pierced collars, and bases.

Authentic items exhibit cast bronze mounts with hand-chased details, mild age-appropriate patination on the gilding, and hard-paste porcelain showing distinct factory or historical style marks beneath the glaze.

Placing a symmetrical pair on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble sideboard, or dining table provides a historical focal point that contrasts ornate metallic detail with contemporary architecture.

Dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and avoid abrasive chemical polishes on the gilt bronze to prevent stripping the gold layer, wiping porcelain elements gently with a slightly damp cloth.
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