Exquisite 19th Century French Chinnoiserie Footed Porcelain Bowl With Heraldic Crest

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Exquisite 19th Century French Chinnoiserie Footed Porcelain Bowl with Heraldic Crest
Elegant Hand-Painted Porcelain Bowl in the Chinnoiserie Tradition
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Elegant Hand-Painted Porcelain Bowl in the Chinnoiserie Tradition
A superb example of late 19th-century French porcelain artistry, this beautifully crafted footed bowl exemplifies the enduring European fascination with Chinese decorative motifs. The delicate hand-painted floral decoration combined with a distinguished heraldic crest creates a piece that bridges Eastern aesthetic influence with Western aristocratic tradition.
Chinnoiserie Excellence:
This bowl represents the sophisticated interpretation of Chinese design that swept through European decorative arts. The Chinnoiserie style, beloved by French artisans, transformed Oriental motifs into distinctly European luxury objects that graced the finest homes and estates.
Artistic Details:
The hand-painted floral decoration demonstrates the exceptional skill of 19th-century French porcelain painters. Each bloom and leaf is rendered with delicate precision, while the heraldic crest adds an element of aristocratic provenance that suggests this piece was commissioned for a distinguished family or estate.
Form and Function:
The elegant footed design elevates the bowl both literally and aesthetically, creating graceful proportions that make this piece as much a work of art as a functional object. The simple yet refined silhouette allows the beautiful painted decoration to take center stage.
Provenance and Quality:
Bearing a clear 19th-century maker's mark underneath, this piece carries the authentication that serious collectors value. The quality of both the porcelain body and the painted decoration speaks to the high standards of French ceramic workshops of the period.
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Late 19th century French
Chinoiserie style decoration
Hand-painted floral motifs
Heraldic crest detail
Footed bowl form
Marked underneath with period maker's mark
Measures 9" diameter × 4" tall (listed dimensions: 9" W × 5" D × 5" H)
Fine porcelain construction
Elegant green color palette

Condition: Excellent condition with only slight signs of age and gentle use that add to its authentic character. Superbly aged and lovingly cared for throughout its history.
This exceptional piece would grace any collection of French porcelain, Chinoiserie decorative arts, or European antiques. Perfect as a centerpiece for display or for serving special occasions, it represents the pinnacle of 19th-century French ceramic artistry.
A rare opportunity to own a museum-quality example of French Chinoiserie porcelain with aristocratic provenance. See less