Samson porcelain "Seasons" antique figurines pair, Summer & Winter, Chelsea Anchor Mark, 19th century
£375.00
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Samson "Seasons" Pair of Porcelain Figurines, Summer & Winter, Chelsea Anchor Mark, c. 19th Century
A rare pair of figurines from the "Seasons" series, representing "Summer" and "Winter," marked with the Chelsea gold anchor symbol. These figurines were produced by the French firm Samson, renowned for replicating the works of prestigious porcelain manufacturers, particularly Chelsea. The pair reflects Samson's exceptional craftsmanship, achieving remarkable artistic detail that rivals the original Chelsea pieces.
Chelsea porcelain, celebrated for its artistry and commercial success, was highly influential in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Samson, led by designer Edmé Samson, perfected the art of creating near-perfect replicas, making it difficult to distinguish their works from original Chelsea pieces.
Measurements
Boy: Height 17 cm, Width 8 cm, Depth 9 cm, Weight 326 g
Girl: Height 17 cm, Width 8 cm, Depth 8 cm, Weight 300 g
Condition
Boy: Minor chip on the brim of the hat and a lock of hair, slight loss of gilding; otherwise excellent condition.
Girl: Small hairline crack at the base; otherwise excellent condition.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.
Please carefully review all photos before purchasing, as they form an integral part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions.
Samson porcelain "Seasons" antique figurines pair, Summer & Winter, Chelsea Anchor Mark, 19th century
£375.00
A rare pair of figurines from the "Seasons" series, representing "Summer" and "Winter," marked with the Chelsea gold anchor symbol. These figurines were produced by the French firm Samson, renowned for replicating the works of prestigious porcelain manufacturers, particularly Chelsea. The pair reflects Samson's exceptional craftsmanship, achieving remarkable artistic detail that rivals the original Chelsea pieces.
Chelsea porcelain, celebrated for its artistry and commercial success, was highly influential in Europe during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Samson, led by designer Edmé Samson, perfected the art of creating near-perfect replicas, making it difficult to distinguish their works from original Chelsea pieces.
Measurements
Boy: Height 17 cm, Width 8 cm, Depth 9 cm, Weight 326 g
Girl: Height 17 cm, Width 8 cm, Depth 8 cm, Weight 300 g
Condition
Boy: Minor chip on the brim of the hat and a lock of hair, slight loss of gilding; otherwise excellent condition.
Girl: Small hairline crack at the base; otherwise excellent condition.
Shipping & Packaging
Shipped fully tracked and insured.
Shipping cost includes labour, packaging, and postage.
Please carefully review all photos before purchasing, as they form an integral part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions.