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An absolute triumph of 19th-century German fine art pottery, this authentic antique Meissen royal cobalt blue and gold-gilt serpent-handled amphora …
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An absolute triumph of 19th-century German fine art pottery, this authentic antique Meissen royal cobalt blue and gold-gilt serpent-handled amphora urn (Schlangenvase) is a premier acquisition for high-end traditional, grandmillennial, or neoclassical interiors. Fully authenticated as a factory-original, First-Quality piece, this exquisite vessel is modeled directly after the iconic mid-19th-century design by legendary Meissen master sculptor Ernst August Leuteritz (Model A148).
An imposing, classically proportioned silhouette enveloped in a rich, deeply saturated underglaze cobalt blue body catches the ambient room lighting beautifully. Flanking the neck are the definitive features of this historic model: twin intertwined, hand-molded white porcelain serpents that gracefully coil together to form the dimensional handles. Intricate bands of raised gold-gilt gadrooning and acanthus leaf panel work encircle the rim and the tapered waist, leading down to an elegant fluted baluster pedestal base.
The underside of the foot ring features an authentic, hand-brushed underglaze cobalt blue crossed swords mark dating from the peak 19th-century production era. Notably, the mark is entirely free of any horizontal cancelation lines or grinder slashes, verifying its status as a highly coveted "First Quality" porcelain firing. The base further retains its hand-painted iron-red gilder/painter code "5." and an underglaze blue formers mark "4", documenting the specific master artisans behind its creation.
Whether positioned as an anchoring focal masterpiece on an executive library bookshelf, a dining room sideboard, or showcasing symmetry on a formal fireplace mantel, this genuine Meissen antique brings unmatched European estate prestige to a room.
DIMENSIONS
15.25" H × 9.5" W × 7.0" D
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- Dimensions
- 9.5ʺW × 7ʺD × 15.25ʺH
- Styles
- Hollywood Regency
- Brand
- Meissen Porcelain
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Gold Leaf
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Pristine structural antique condition. The deep royal cobalt blue glaze retains a magnificent, mirror-like glossy depth and is entirely free … morePristine structural antique condition. The deep royal cobalt blue glaze retains a magnificent, mirror-like glossy depth and is entirely free of chips, cracks, structural fractures, or modern restorations. The hand-molded white porcelain serpent handles are flawlessly preserved with all delicate tails and scales completely intact. Exhibits minor, honest, time-earned wear to the hand-painted gold leaf borders along the foot ring, adding beautiful antique character that validates its 19th-century estate provenance. Underglaze blue crossed swords mark is First Quality with zero cancelation slashes. less
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