Sevres Lidded Cup And Saucer
This a rare opportunity to purchase this elegant cup and saucer from Sevres. The large cup has two handles and a lid and was most likely used for hot chocolate. Decorated in a detailed floral design it also features a bird pattern on one side of the cup. The colours used are rich and refined. Gilding has been extensively used throughout the design which creates a sense of opulence.
To compete with the highly successful Meissen factory in Germany, King Louis XV and Madame de Pompadour, (who was Louis’ mistress and an important patron of the arts), funded a ceramics factory at Vincennes in 1740. In 1750 the factory was moved to Sevres with larger premises and closer proximity to Madame Pompadour’s chateau. Louis XV became the sole owner in 1759. Due to the upheavals of the French Revolution, the financial position of the factory became insecure. During this time, it lost much of its clientele. In 1800 Alexandre Brongniart (1770 – 1847) was appointed as administrator. He brought about many changes. Much of the factory’s old unpainted stock was sold off. New, more fashionable Neoclassical forms of stock were designed to replace out of date models. The composition of hard paste porcelain was improved. New colours were developed and a new type of kiln was introduced. At this time, stock was influenced by prevailing Empire taste, featuring extensive gilding, richly designed borders and elaborate designs. By the start of the 19th century, Sevres had overtaken Meissen to become the most highly regarded porcelain manufacturer in Europe. The Sevres porcelain factory has been owned by the French crown or Government since 1759.
The cup and saucer stand approximately 16 cms in height. The saucer is 20 cms across and the cup is 13 cms across.
This a rare opportunity to purchase this elegant cup and saucer from Sevres. The large cup has two handles and a lid and was most likely used for hot chocolate. Decorated in a detailed floral design it also features a bird pattern on one side of the cup. The colours used are rich and refined. Gilding has been extensively used throughout the design which creates a sense of opulence.
To compete with the highly successful Meissen factory in Germany, King Louis XV and Madame de Pompadour, (who was Louis’ mistress and an important patron of the arts), funded a ceramics factory at Vincennes in 1740. In 1750 the factory was moved to Sevres with larger premises and closer proximity to Madame Pompadour’s chateau. Louis XV became the sole owner in 1759. Due to the upheavals of the French Revolution, the financial position of the factory became insecure. During this time, it lost much of its clientele. In 1800 Alexandre Brongniart (1770 – 1847) was appointed as administrator. He brought about many changes. Much of the factory’s old unpainted stock was sold off. New, more fashionable Neoclassical forms of stock were designed to replace out of date models. The composition of hard paste porcelain was improved. New colours were developed and a new type of kiln was introduced. At this time, stock was influenced by prevailing Empire taste, featuring extensive gilding, richly designed borders and elaborate designs. By the start of the 19th century, Sevres had overtaken Meissen to become the most highly regarded porcelain manufacturer in Europe. The Sevres porcelain factory has been owned by the French crown or Government since 1759.
The cup and saucer stand approximately 16 cms in height. The saucer is 20 cms across and the cup is 13 cms across.
This a rare opportunity to purchase this elegant cup and saucer from Sevres. The large cup has two handles and a lid and was most likely used for hot chocolate. Decorated in a detailed floral design it also features a bird pattern on one side of the cup. The colours used are rich and refined. Gilding has been extensively used throughout the design which creates a sense of opulence.
To compete with the highly successful Meissen factory in Germany, King Louis XV and Madame de Pompadour, (who was Louis’ mistress and an important patron of the arts), funded a ceramics factory at Vincennes in 1740. In 1750 the factory was moved to Sevres with larger premises and closer proximity to Madame Pompadour’s chateau. Louis XV became the sole owner in 1759. Due to the upheavals of the French Revolution, the financial position of the factory became insecure. During this time, it lost much of its clientele. In 1800 Alexandre Brongniart (1770 – 1847) was appointed as administrator. He brought about many changes. Much of the factory’s old unpainted stock was sold off. New, more fashionable Neoclassical forms of stock were designed to replace out of date models. The composition of hard paste porcelain was improved. New colours were developed and a new type of kiln was introduced. At this time, stock was influenced by prevailing Empire taste, featuring extensive gilding, richly designed borders and elaborate designs. By the start of the 19th century, Sevres had overtaken Meissen to become the most highly regarded porcelain manufacturer in Europe. The Sevres porcelain factory has been owned by the French crown or Government since 1759.
The cup and saucer stand approximately 16 cms in height. The saucer is 20 cms across and the cup is 13 cms across.
Not suitable for delivery via Australia Post. Collection by appointment. Please make contact if you would like to arrange another type of delivery. Free delivery to some Melbourne metropolitan areas can be arranged.
