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Antique Samson Worcester Style Porcelain Figural Seashell Sweetmeat Bowls/Dishes

$1,850per set
£1,386.09per set
€1,615.67per set
CA$2,603.91per set
A$2,650.51per set
CHF 1,508.72per set
MX$31,993.61per set
NOK 17,592.51per set
SEK 17,804.62per set
DKK 12,078.06per set

About the Item

A fine pair of antique figural porcelain sweetmeat dishes or footed bowls. By Samson. Each having the form of a white scallop shell set atop column of polychrome shells and green seaweed and a shaped foot. Mimicking the style of Worcester porcelain from the Georgian period. Simply a great pair of sweetmeats bowls! Date: 19th century Overall condition: They are in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is a chip to the tip of one shell, a chip to the base of one tazza, some other small flakes and fritting to the seaweed and shells, light high point and edge wear, some fine and light glaze and surface scratches, and other signs of wear consistent with age. Maker: Samson Marks: Unmarked Measurements: Width: ca. 4 3/4 in. Depth: ca. 3 7/8 in. Height: ca. 2 3/4 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    Edmé Samson (Maker)
  • Similar to:
    Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Depth: 3.88 in (9.86 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Georgian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There is a chip to the tip of one shell, a chip to the base of one tazza, some other small flakes and fritting to the seaweed and shells, light high point and edge wear, some fine and light glaze and surface scratches, and other signs of wear consist.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV X151stDibs: LU1610232812562

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