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Matched pair of French porcelain tea caddies by Samson, Paris, 19th century. Square-section bodies with flat bases and sloping shoulders; … Read more Matched pair of French porcelain tea caddies by Samson, Paris, 19th century. Square-section bodies with flat bases and sloping shoulders; stepped domed covers with knop finials. Hand-painted in a famille rose palette of pink, purple, iron-red, green, and gilt. Green trellis-diaper and rococo scroll borders at the shoulders; floral bouquets within cartouches on the fronts; single floral sprays to the sides; gilt line borders. Lids decorated en suite. Red painted pseudo-Chinese seal mark to the underside. See less
- Dimensions
- 4.75ʺW × 3ʺD × 10ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- China
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Both retain their original matching lids with bright enamels and clean interiors. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or visible repairs observed; … moreBoth retain their original matching lids with bright enamels and clean interiors. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or visible repairs observed; lids seat properly. Minor rubbing to the gilding at edges and on lid bands; occasional tiny kiln specks inherent to production. Removable round felt pads on the bases were added to prevent surface scratching. less
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