Nevers Faience, Chinoiserie Jardiniere With Twisted Handles, 19Th Century
Stock No
RUS450
2024
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Item Description
A 19th-century French faience jardinière from Nevers, of elongated form with striking twisted handles on both sides, standing on three feet. The body features bands at the top and bottom.
It is decorated in blue and white with manganese outlines, with chinoiserie scenes of figures on a bridge surrounded by trees, rocks and bushes. Blue dashes adorn the handles and upper body, while a frieze of egg-and-dart patterns decorate the lower part. A further chinoiserie scene and stylised floral ornaments are featured inside the vessel.
Refined brushwork characterises the scenes, with delicate line drawing adding detail to faces and trees, and painterly shapes providing colour and rhythm. These light scenes contrast beautifully with the lively patterns executed in broader brushwork.
A rare jardinière of sculptural presence and exquisite decoration, in the tradition of 17th-century Nevers.
- Height: 12 cm
- Width: 33 cm
- Depth: 17.5 cm
- One small chip to lower edge. Minor wear throughout, commensurate with age.
- Marked underneath.
Free UK delivery on orders over £200. Shipped from Paris via DHL Express (2 working days), with duties and taxes included. Worldwide shipping available.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
London, London
Item Dimensions
H: 12cm W: 33cm D: 17.5cm
Period
19th Century
Item Location
Paris, France
Seller Location
London, London
Item Location
Paris, France
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7457 404902
