Grand Scale 13.5" Empire Style Indigo Porcelain & Bronze Egg – Maitland-Smith / Chelsea House Style – Model 5655

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A monumental statement piece of exceptional heft and architectural presence.

This 13.5-inch tall Empire Style egg is a superb, showroom-grade … Read more A monumental statement piece of exceptional heft and architectural presence.

This 13.5-inch tall Empire Style egg is a superb, showroom-grade example of late 20th-century decorative art. Heavily influenced by the neoclassical aesthetic of Maitland-Smith and Chelsea House, this piece reflects the high-quality craftsmanship of elite estate decor.

Weighing a substantial 7.44 lbs, the piece features a deep, vibrant Indigo Blue porcelain body encased in a hand-fitted, ornate cast bronze armature. The piece sits atop a heavy, tiered square pedestal base and is adorned with an intricate bronze cage featuring inset indigo glass cabochons and a formal top finial.

Provenance & Authenticity: This piece is authenticated by the model hallmark T5655 on the underside. This specific numbering system is a known identifier for high-fidelity European and Asian imports commissioned by premier American design houses during the 1980s and 1990s.

Specifications:

Model: T5655 (Showroom Hallmarked)

Scale: 13.5" Height (Grand Scale)

Weight: 7.44 lbs (Solid Bronze & Porcelain)

Aesthetic: Neoclassical / Empire Revival

Colorway: Rich Indigo Blue Porcelain with Aged Bronze Patina

Details & Attributes (For Chairish Fields)

Brand/Artist: Maitland-Smith (Style of)

Model: T5655

Styles: Empire, Neoclassical, Regency

Materials: Bronze, Porcelain, Glass

Dimensions: 5.5ʺW × 5.5ʺD × 13.5ʺH

Weight: 7.44 lb

Condition: Very Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered

Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition. The indigo porcelain is pristine with a high-gloss finish; the bronze mounts show a dignified, authentic aged patina. All glass cabochons are intact. See less