{"product_id":"antique-meissen-cobalt-porcelain-vases-hand-painted-floral-cache-pots-1930s","title":"Antique Meissen Cobalt Porcelain Vases: Hand-Painted Floral Cache Pots, 1930s","description":"Pair of Antique Meissen Cobalt Porcelain Vases - Germany, 1930s\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis elegant pair of small hand-painted cobalt porcelain vases or cache pots was crafted by the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory in the 1930s. Each piece stands on four sculpted legs resembling animal paws, set on a round pedestal base. The gracefully flared bodies feature intricate relief patterns around the upper portion, accented with gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe deep cobalt blue body is adorned with hand-painted \"Meissen bouquet\" floral vignettes on a white background, elegantly framed in gold. The vases bear the Meissen crossed swords mark on the base, along with the impressed numbers \"427\" and \"8\" with an inverted Y, and \"427\" and \"37\" with an inverted Y.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, founded in 1710 in Germany by King Augustus the Strong, was the first European factory to successfully produce hard-paste porcelain, breaking China's long-held monopoly.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nKnown for its innovation and exceptional craftsmanship, Meissen set the standard for European porcelain with its intricate figurines, high-quality tableware, and artistic decorations. The famous crossed swords mark, introduced in the 1720s, became an enduring symbol of luxury and prestige. The manufactory pioneered unique colour palettes, advanced glazing techniques, and elaborate hand-painted patterns, influencing porcelain art throughout Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 8.7 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nTop Diameter: 7.4 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nBottom Diameter: 7 cm\u003cbr\u003e\nTotal Weight: 350 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent - the vases are in near-new condition and appear unused.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped fully tracked and insured.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nFeel free to ask any questions before purchasing!\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882271068490,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.6724261496_dnl4.jpg?v=1785894666","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/antique-meissen-cobalt-porcelain-vases-hand-painted-floral-cache-pots-1930s","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}