Empire Cobalt Blue and Gold Vases, Limoges, France, Set of 2

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This pair of vases by Jaget et Pinon is a superb example of the refinement and know-how of 19th century … Read more This pair of vases by Jaget et Pinon is a superb example of the refinement and know-how of 19th century French porcelain.

The vases are made of porcelain enameled in a deep cobalt blue, a color characteristic of luxury pieces of the time.
It is decorated with golden ornamentation with floral and foliage motifs, as well as birds perched on a garland, emphasizing a neoclassical or Empire style.
The handles are in the shape of golden eagle heads, giving the vases a majestic appearance.
the base and the collar are enhanced with refined gilding with stylized plant motifs.

Jaget and Pinon were ceramists based in Tours, France. They were renowned for the production and decoration of high quality porcelain and earthenware in the 19th century.

Their work is distinguished by influences from the Empire and neoclassical styles, with deep colors (notably cobalt blue) and finely applied gold highlights. This piece has an attribution mark,
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