Antique Chelsea Porcelain Figurine: Woman on Alligator, c. 1745
£2,525.00
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Antique Chelsea Porcelain Figurine, Woman Sitting on Alligator Symbolising America, c. 1745
A stunning Chelsea Porcelain figurine depicting a woman sitting on an alligator, symbolising America. Based on a porcelain statuette from 1745, modelled by the renowned artist Johann Joachim Kändler (Meissen), this piece is a remarkable example of early English porcelain. The Chelsea Porcelain Factory, founded in 1743, was the first major porcelain manufactory in England, producing fine soft paste porcelain intended for the aristocratic market. This piece is adorned with the signature gold anchor symbol on the base, marking it as a genuine Chelsea piece.
Historical Background
The Chelsea Porcelain Factory was established by two Frenchmen, jeweller Charles Guin and silversmith Nicholas Sprimon, in 1743. It was the first significant porcelain manufactory in England and was known for its high-quality soft paste porcelain. Early pieces were highly sought after by the aristocracy, with some designs inspired by European models such as Meissen.
Measurements
Height: 16.2 cm
Width: 21 cm
Depth: 12 cm
Weight: 839 g
Condition
Crack in the middle part of the tree stump, slight loss of gilding, otherwise in very good antique condition.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes packaging, labour, and postage.
Please review all photos carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.
Antique Chelsea Porcelain Figurine: Woman on Alligator, c. 1745
£2,525.00
A stunning Chelsea Porcelain figurine depicting a woman sitting on an alligator, symbolising America. Based on a porcelain statuette from 1745, modelled by the renowned artist Johann Joachim Kändler (Meissen), this piece is a remarkable example of early English porcelain. The Chelsea Porcelain Factory, founded in 1743, was the first major porcelain manufactory in England, producing fine soft paste porcelain intended for the aristocratic market. This piece is adorned with the signature gold anchor symbol on the base, marking it as a genuine Chelsea piece.
Historical Background
The Chelsea Porcelain Factory was established by two Frenchmen, jeweller Charles Guin and silversmith Nicholas Sprimon, in 1743. It was the first significant porcelain manufactory in England and was known for its high-quality soft paste porcelain. Early pieces were highly sought after by the aristocracy, with some designs inspired by European models such as Meissen.
Measurements
Height: 16.2 cm
Width: 21 cm
Depth: 12 cm
Weight: 839 g
Condition
Crack in the middle part of the tree stump, slight loss of gilding, otherwise in very good antique condition.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes packaging, labour, and postage.
Please review all photos carefully before purchasing and feel free to ask any questions.