Apr 2, 2014 | 2014 Exhibition, Fairs & Exhibitions, Fresh Items
Lavish is the word that describes this ‘solitaire’ set of Paris porcelain.
Apr 2, 2014 | 2014 Exhibition, Fairs & Exhibitions, Fresh Items
We have a piece that is not actually porcelain -but still very worthy as a rare survivor in our ‘object de Vertu’ category. This amazing little box is a rare survivor: dating to Circa 1760, it is made from carefully selected pieces of Agate (semi-precious stone). It is mounted in gilt metal mounts, in itself a brittle combination much like porcelain. However, it also has a series of ‘cold-colour’ – meaning unfired enamel paintwork – scenic panels. These are fascinating, painted in blue/black/white, as they depict a grand palace with a U-shaped courtyard and fence in front, along which figures stroll: the unmistakable outline of Versailles. The other faces – including the curved ends – each have a view of a particular feature in the gardens of Versailles – the walks, grottos & gardens. This slideshow requires JavaScript. The painting in miniature is almost ‘impressionist’ when enlarged – how appropriate that it is French! This superb piece will be a part of the ‘Recent Acquisitions’ Exhibition, to be held at Moorabool Antiques. Opening is April 12th, 2014 at 11am. Details of box: #1017020 7.5cm wide...
Apr 2, 2014 | 2014 Exhibition, Fairs & Exhibitions, Fresh Items
‘Chinoiserie’ children on the lid, and birds to the sides and base……..
Apr 1, 2014 | 2014 Exhibition, Fairs & Exhibitions, Fresh Items, New Discoveries
the deep blue enamel ground is finely painted with chinoiseries scenes in gold including pagodas, boats, and oriental figures