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Pair of porcelain wall sconces by Meissen

Creator: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
This exquisite pair of German Rococo style Meissen sconces feature beautifully encrusted porcelain flowers and petals and exceptionally finely hand-painted passages. In their unmatched quality, the pair epitomises the very best of the Meissen porcelain factory.

Each of the two sconces features a diamond form back plate, the edges beautifully shaped with expansive foliage. The central panel of the back plate is defined by a rich red drape, in front of which, in each light, sits a nude figure—one male, the other female—accompanied by a cherub. Each sconces supports two branches, each supporting a single candle holder.

The back plate of each sconce is signed, underglaze, with blue crossed swords—the signature of Meissen.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Germany
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	porcelain
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Rococo, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	16105
Incollect Reference #:	347585

Dimensions

W.	12.99 in;	H.	22.44 in;	D.	5.91 in;
W.	33 cm;	H.	57 cm;	D.	15 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.