Sevres Style Bleu Celeste Ground Porcelain Vase
Lot: 49
France.
Circa 1900
Gilt metal mask heads with rams horns to sides with additional mounts to neck, cover, foot and base. Center front panel reserved within scrolling and herringbone patterned gilt bands, reserving a scene of courtier playing flute to his mistress, in 18th Century style. Signed, lower left, H. Poitevin. The back panel reserved within scrolling grasses rendered in parcel gilding, framing a large floral bouquet painted in polychrome enamels.
Not marked.
Approximate dimensions: 24 H. x 14 W. x 11 D..
Condition: Overall condition is good. Cover, base of vase, and stem all drilled, now held together by steel rod. Cover no longer removable without unscrewing knop and perhaps glued in place. Minimal wear and scratching.