Turquoise Enamelled Porcelain Umbrella Stand, 1895

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A cylindrical glazed porcelain umbrella stand, a distinctive piece from an identified late 19th-century manufacturer.

Its crackled turquoise background, characteristic … Read more A cylindrical glazed porcelain umbrella stand, a distinctive piece from an identified late 19th-century manufacturer.

Its crackled turquoise background, characteristic of Victorian Orientalism, is adorned with a refined decoration: a large central medallion with a black and gold border reveals the interior of a Victorian-style crystal palace, surrounded by small botanical medallions and a gilt rocaille cartouche. Delicate flowering branches in pink, blue, and red add a touch of whimsy to the design.

The base and neck are highlighted with wide black friezes featuring gilt floral decoration and an elegant pink band. On the reverse, a reddish-brown manufacturer's mark—a crowned shield with the monogram 'SM', framed by laurels and dated 1895—attests to its origin.

Height 46 cm, diameter 21 cm. Good condition, slight wear consistent with its age. See less