An 18th C. French Ormolu Mounted Sevres Porcelain Centerpiece w/ Dragon Handles

Product Description

This exquisite 18th Century French Ormolu Mounted Sevres Porcelain Centerpiece painted and decorated by Jean-Jacques Pierre, adorned with enchanting early 1800’s ormolu dragon handles and the finest quality ormolu mounts, is a veritable testament to the epitome of artistic opulence. The meticulously gilded ormolu mounts exude regal grandeur, replete with intricate motifs and decorative flourishes that underscore the piece’s luxury and refinement. The 18th century porcelain centerpiece, fashioned from the renowned Sevres porcelain company, showcases an extraordinary level of detail and artistry, a hallmark of this celebrated medium. The dragon handles, with their gorgeous contours and meticulously detailed scale patterns, introduce a dynamic and mythical dimension to the piece.
Noteworthy is the underglazed blue painter’s mark, gilder’s mark, and Sevres factory RF mark a distinctive feature of this masterpiece. These marks are exceptionally rare to find on Sevres pieces and add to the prestigious heritage and historical significance of the piece. The interior of the porcelain bowl is adorned with a yellow and blue ground, further enriched by four beautifully painted cartouches. These cartouches depict diverse still life scenes, each a masterpiece of artistry in its own right. The entire interior is adorned with exquisite 24k gilt decoration, adding a layer of opulence to this already exceptional centerpiece. Each mark on the underside of the porcelain represents a different narrative; Painter : Jean-Jacques Pierre , flower painter , working: 1763 – 1800. Mark 2000 for gilder Vincent , working: 1753 – 1806. Sevres factory mark RF for revolutionary period: 1793 – 1800.
Th Mounts: France, Circa: Early 1800’s
The Porcelain: France, Circa: 18th Century late 1700’s

Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)
Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)
Depth: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)