(3) LARGE CERAMIC PARROTS 20th c., incl.(3) LARGE CERAMIC PARROTS 20th c., incl. a pair Zaccagnini Italian parrots, overglaze signature to base, one with impressed "Z" mark and "Italy", 22"h x 9"w x 6"d (the larger), with an Edme Samson French porcelain parrot, underglaze mark at back of base, 19.5"h x 12.5"w
5-Piece Edme Samson armorial porcelain5-Piece Edme Samson armorial porcelain garniture set, late 19th C, each marked to underside, c/o (3) covered jars (13-1/2" h), (2) vases (10-3/4" h)
SAMSON COBALT PORCELAIN CHINESE GINGERSAMSON COBALT PORCELAIN CHINESE GINGER JAR Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969) Famille Rose style and cobalt porcelain lidded ginger jar, having a gold on cobalt repeating floral pattern, surrounding medallions containing prunus, peony, and phoenix decoration, and having a red geometric mark to underside. Approximate dimensions: h. 17.5", diam. 9.5".
18th-20th Century. Collection of eight18th-20th Century. Collection of eight works. china-painted and gilt porcelain. 10¼ h × 5¼ dia in. result: $645. estimate: $1,000–1,500. Lot is comprised of two lidded potpourri jars by Edmé Samson et Cie (early 20th century), and a Chinese Export teapot, tea cup, small bowl, and three plates (18th-19th century). One plate is an 18th century Chinese grisaille "Seamstress" pattern plate. Provenance: Rob Michiels Auctions, Bruges, 11 February 2017, Lot 634 (Chinese grisaille plate)
SAMSON PORCELAIN FIGURINE, GODDESS VENUSSAMSON PORCELAIN FIGURINE, GODDESS VENUS APHRODITEBirth of Goddess Venus Aphrodite rising out of her shell wrapped in her long, wavy hair.
Hand painted nude in style of Meissen. Rococo style base with scallop shell. Gold gilt accents. Samson backstamp.
Artist: Edme Samson
Issued: 1940 - 1969
Dimensions: 6"H
Country of Origin: France
FINE PORCELAIN PARROT FIGURAL STUDYporcelainFINE PORCELAIN PARROT FIGURAL STUDYporcelain parrot on a tree stump
Porcelain parrot perched on a tree stump clutching and eating an ear of corn. impressed mark and underglaze blue mark to underside. Made by Samson ceramics 1810 - 1891 #
Issued: 19th Century
Dimensions: 12"W x 16"H
Manufacturer: Edme Samson
Country of Origin: France
FRENCH PORCELAIN PARROT SCULPTUREFineFRENCH PORCELAIN PARROT SCULPTUREFine porcelain parrot on a tree stump
French porcelain parrot perched atop a tree stump clutching cherries in the talons.Impressed mark to underside #French Parrot
Issued: 19th century
Dimensions: 12"W x 16"H
Manufacturer: Edme Samson
Country of Origin: France
SMALL FRENCH PORCELAIN FIGURINE, LADSMALL FRENCH PORCELAIN FIGURINE, LAD IN BLUEIn style of Sitzendorf, featuring a lad in cobalt blue with floral patterns holding a basket of flowers and fruits.
Hand painted on rococo style base with gilt accents. Samson gold anchor mark to backside.
Artist: Edme Samson
Issued: 1885 - 1920
Dimensions: 5.25"H
Manufacturer: Edme Samson et Cie
Country of Origin: France
CHELSEA PORCELAIN FIGURINE, COLONIALCHELSEA PORCELAIN FIGURINE, COLONIAL LADHand painted on rococo style base with gold gilt accents depicts a lad with gifts in hand.
Gold anchor mark to backside. Minor damage to petals and tips of fingres.
Artist: Edme Samson
Issued: c. 1885-1920
Dimensions: 7.75"H
Country of Origin: France
4 CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN ARMORIAL4 CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN ARMORIAL PLATES & 1 SHALLOW ...1st-2nd items: Pair of Chinese Famille Rose porcelain export saucers, painted in the manner of Johann Gregor Horoldt, the central reserves depicting figures seated at a table drinking tea and the rims with vignettes depicting figures engaged in various activities interspersed with floral sprigs, gilt highlights throughout. One plate retains a retailer label for "Vic Pearson & Co Ltd., London". 8 7/8" dia. 18th century. 3rd item: Chinese Export porcelain armorial plate, the center with a coat of arms, possibly for James Seys of Penrose in Monmouth, the rim with applied scrolling enameled decoration. Plate retains a retailer label for "Vic Pearson & Co Ltd., London". 9" dia. 18th century. 4th item: Edme Samson export armorial plate, decorated in the 18th century Chinese Export Armorial style.The center bearing a polychrome and parcel gilt Order of the Garter coat of arms flanked by a lion and unicorn and surmounted by a crown, reading "Honi soit qui Mal y pense" ("Shame on him who thinks evil of it") and encircled with polychrome floral sprigs. The rim with polychrome floral swags and gilt link chain decoration. Red Samson Asian style mark on the underside. 9 1/2" dia. Late 19th century. 5th item: Chinese Export armorial porcelain bowl, the center with a coat of arms, possibly for the family Peers, polychrome and parcel-gilt depicting griffins on a shield. The rim with polychrome vignettes of a griffin and foliate designs within gilt fretwork; foliate sprays to underside of rim. Bowl retains a partial retailer label for "Vic Pearson & Co Ltd., London". 8 3/8" dia. 18th century.
The Collection of Dr. Joe Newsom Rawlings, Davisboro, Georgia.
Condition:
1st-2nd items: Both plates with evidence of restoration, visible under UV light inspection. 3rd item: Very minor fleabites to the underside of the rim. 4th item: Overall good condition, no chips or hairlines. 5th item: Overall good condition, losses to decoration, primarily to gilt. Possible old restoration to one area of the rim.
FIVE (5) ARMORIAL PORCELAIN, INCL. CHAMBERLAINFIVE (5) ARMORIAL PORCELAIN, INCL. CHAMBERLAIN WORCESTE...Five (5) armorial enameled polychrome and parcel-gilt porcelain items, including Chamberlain's Worcester and Edme Samson. 1st - 2nd items: Pair (2) of Chamberlain's Worcester armorial porcelain plates with Rich Kakiemon-style, Dejeuney patterned borders with foliate reserves and gilt design on cobalt ground having central crest of a black dog seated on a striped baton with banner motto "Faithful not Fawning" above. Both with script Chamberlain's Worcester mark to underside. 9 1/4" dia. English, early 19th century. 3rd - 5th items: Three (3) Edme Samson Chinese Export Armorial style items, each decorated with coats-of-arms to one side and floral and white enameled decorations throughout, including a pair of two (2) lidded urns with foo dog finials and one (1) encrier or inkwell, oval form, with two shallow reserves, removable lidded compartment, and four paw feet on a plinth base. Urns unmarked; inkwell with red Edme Samson Asian style mark to underside. Ranging in size from 3 1/4" H x 4 7/8" W x 4" D to 9" H x approx. 3 1/2" dia. French, 19th century.
The Collection of William and Fletch Coke, Nashville, Tennessee.
Condition:
All items in overall good condition with scattered minute wear to polychrome and parcel-gilt decoration. 1st - 2nd items: Minute surface scratches. 3rd - 5th items: Urns with residue to lids; one urn with previous repair at neck with hairlines, largest measuring approximately 3" L. Inkwell with losses to underside, largest measuring 1 1/8" x 3/8".
8 PCS EUROPEAN PORCELAIN INCL. SAMSON,8 PCS EUROPEAN PORCELAIN INCL. SAMSON, STAFFORDSHIRE, &...Eight (8) European porcelain items, including Samson, Staffordshire, and Royal Crown Derby. 1st - 3rd items: Three (3) Edme Samson enameled porcelain Chinese Export Armorial style cachepots with gilt lug handles, polychrome and parcel gilt coat-of-arms and foliate accents to one side, polychrome floral spray and foliate accents to opposite side, and white enamel decoration throughout. Unmarked. 5 7/8" H x approx. 6" W x 5 3/8" dia. French, late 19th/early 20th century. 4th item: Chinese Export Armorial style polychrome and parcel gilt enameled porcelain cachepot with coat-of-arms to both sides, fleur-de-lis motif throughout, and lion's head handles. Illegible maker's mark stamped to underside. 4 5/8" H x approx. 5 3/4" W x 4 7/8" dia. French, late 19th/early 20th century. 5th item: E. Evans & Son Staffordshire porcelain pitcher with blue glaze, neoclassical bisque porcelain medallion depicting George IV, gilt line work, raised gilt grape leaves to neck, pinched spout, and foliate accented C-scroll handle. Inscribed on base "Evans & Son Newgate St". English, Early 19th century. 6th - 7th items: Two (2) Royal Crown Derby blue and white glazed tazze with gilt accents throughout having pierced rims with mask accents, foliate decorated body, and lion's paw feet on a plinth base. Both items with red Royal Crown Derby maker's mark to underside. 4 1/8" H x 5 3/8" dia. English, Late 18th/early 19th century. 8th item: Shaped polychrome enamel and gilt decorated dish with scalloped edge, foliate handle, cobalt and gilt rim, and floral spray and garlands. Marked with red "2548" with additional paper label affixed to underside. 10" H x 9" W. English,19th century.
Private Knoxville, Tennessee collection.
Condition:
1st - 4th items: Overall very good condition with minute scattered surface wear to enamel and gilt. 5th item: Previous repair to body, stable; hairlines, largest measuring 2 1/8" L; hairlines to bisque medallion; wear to gilt, particularly in the handle. 6th - 7th item: Both items in overall good condition with slight crazing and minor fleabites to bases; one with loss to mask. 8th item: Scattered surface scratches and wear to enamel and gilt; minor losses to base; hairling measuring approximately 4" L.
11 WEDGWOOD PLATES AND 2 SAMSON ARMORIAL11 WEDGWOOD PLATES AND 2 SAMSON ARMORIAL TAZZAS, 13 ITE...1st-11th items: Set of eleven (11) Wedgwood Famille Noir porcelain dinner plates, all having enameled scenes of birds in a flowering landscape on a black ground, surrounded by a gilt and white border. Maker's marks, MADE IN ENGLAND, pattern number, and impressed "A" date mark, six (6) with two dot stamps, and five (5) with "R" stamps to underside of bases. 5/8" H x 10 5/8" dia. Circa 1898. 12th-13th items: Pair of French Edme Samson enameled porcelain Armorial compotes or tazzas in an 18th century Chinese Export Armorial style, with central polychrome and parcel-gilt coat-of-arms decoration with banner reading "Sola Virtus Invicta" (Virtue Alone is Invincible) surrounded by floral sprays and a spearhead interior border, polychromed floral and geometric decorations to rims and round bases. Red Edme Samson Asian style mark to the underside of each. 2 1/4" H x 9 1/2" dia. Late 19th century.
Private Williamson County, Tennessee collection. The Wedgwood plates were formerly in the collection of David and Maude Chasen, owners of Chasens Restaurant in Beverly Hills.
Condition:
All items with light surface scratches. 12th-13th items: Both items with minor areas of loss to enamel. One compote with 1/4" fleabite to rim.
3 PORCELAIN "MANSION HOUSE DWARFS,"3 PORCELAIN "MANSION HOUSE DWARFS," INCL. DERBYSet of three (3) European porcelain figures, including Royal Crown Derby, all attired in bright polychrome decorated Renaissance style costumes with large hats and depicted standing on naturalistic round bases. The largest figure with Royal Crown Derby mark to the underside together with incised numbers and the smaller ones with purple D mark, possibly for Edme Samson. Ranging in size from 5 5/8" H to 6 1/2" H. Note: These figures were originally created by Robert Bloor for Derby, and were inspired from a series of drawings by Jacques Callot's entitled, "Grosteque Dwarves." According to history, the figures were actually real-life persons of short stature who were hired to stand outside of the Mansion House in London wearing advertisements on their large hats.
Condition:
Largest figure overall good condition, breaks to one leaf on the base and possible repair to lower stomach, firing flaw to underside of base. Smallest figure with paint flake to lower stomach, hairline to underside, and firing flaws to underside. Remaining figure overall very good condition.
ROCKINGHAM STYLE PORCELAIN ROSE TUREENStyleROCKINGHAM STYLE PORCELAIN ROSE TUREENStyle of Rockingham Works Brameld, Britain. Large porcelain lidded tureen with handles molded as swans. With hand painted floral bouquets in white reserves surrounded by gilt accents against a lovely rose ground. Marked along the underside. Possibly a work by the factory of Edme Samson et cie.
Height: 13 3/4 in x width: 15 in x depth: 11 1/2 in.
Condition:
Restored.
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MONUMENTAL SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN VASEMONUMENTAL SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN VASE 35 INMonumental French old Paris Sevres style porcelain vase. The vase is painted along one side with three cherubs; the other with a still life of musical instruments and a basket of fruit. With bronze handles in the form of a woman's torso holding an overflowing basket of flowers. The porcelain and bronze base is detachable. With a Sevres style mark along the inside of the rim of the vase, possibly a mark by Edme Samson.
Height: 35 in x width: 13 1/2 in x depth: 10 1/2 in.
Condition:
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2 SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN DISHES W/ BRASS2 SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN DISHES W/ BRASS STANDSGroup of two French old Paris Sevres style porcelain dishes with gilt brass mounted stands. Each with painted scenes of figures in a garden with gilt accents. Each inscribed along the underside with a Sevres style mark, possibly Edme Samson.
(Smaller) height: 6 1/2 in x width: 13 in x depth: 10 in. (Larger) height: 6 3/4 in x width: 15 in x depth: 11 1/2 in.
Condition:
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LARGE PAIR OF SEVRES STYLE PORCELAINLARGE PAIR OF SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN WINE COOLERSPair of large French old Paris Sevres style porcelain wine coolers. Each painted with a scene of three figures resting in a garden along one side; the other with a floral bouquet. Each reserve is framed by a ornate gilding against a turquoise blue (bleu celeste) ground. Marked along the underside with a Sevres style mark indicating a date of 1782. Possibly the work of Edme Samson.
Each; Height: 8 in x diameter: 9 in
Condition:
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EDMé SAMSON FRENCH PORCELAIN JEWELRYEDMé SAMSON FRENCH PORCELAIN JEWELRY BOXVintage French Porcelain Jewelry Box - Hand painted by Edmé Samson
4PC EDME SAMSON STYLE CHINESE EXPORT4PC EDME SAMSON STYLE CHINESE EXPORT PLATES China,Late 19th- Early 20th CenturyIncludes four plates, one decorated with a lion crest topped with a goose, one with two dogs flanking a crest, a lion crest, and a lion and dog crest.
SET 14, SAMSON EXPORT STYLE GILDED ARMORIALSET 14, SAMSON EXPORT STYLE GILDED ARMORIAL PLATES Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th/20th century. Set of fourteen matching Chinese export style armorial gilt porcelain plates, each having a green diapered rim encircling a fantasy coat of arms. Chinese type marks to the underside. Approx. of one, h. 1", dia, 9.5".
PR., ATTR. SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLEPR., ATTR. SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLE SCONCES Attributed Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), likely 19th century. Pair of Chinese export type porcelain two-light candle cartouche-form sconces, each having Buddhist guardian lions flanking a Buddha with figural reserve and polychrome florals. Unmarked. Approx. of one, h. 17.5", w. 10.75", d. 5".
2 PRS., EXPORT STYLE CANDLESTICKS, INCL.2 PRS., EXPORT STYLE CANDLESTICKS, INCL. SAMSON Two pairs of Chinese export style porcelain candlesticks comprising a pair of 19th century Edme Samson et Cie with floral decoration and a contemporary Mottahedeh style pair with dogs, modeled after those belonging to Sir Humphrey Wakefield. All marked to the underside. Approx. of the Samson, h. 7".
GROUP 11, SAMSON EXPORT STYLE GREENGROUP 11, SAMSON EXPORT STYLE GREEN GROUND PLATES Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 20th century. Group of eleven green ground Chinese export style gilt porcelain plates comprising: six scallop rim plates with floral center, four octagonal plates with fantasy armorials, and a single octagonal with floral center. Chinese type marks to the underside. Approx. of one scallop rim plate, dia. 9.25".
SET 14 SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLE ARMORIALSET 14 SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLE ARMORIAL PLATES Contemporary. Set of fourteen matching decorative Chinese export style armorial gilt porcelain plates in the manner of Edme Samson et Cie, each having a blue floral rim encircling a fantasy coat of arms. Unmarked. Approx. h. 1", dia. 9.25
2 SAMSON EXPORT STYLE ARMORIAL PORCELAIN2 SAMSON EXPORT STYLE ARMORIAL PORCELAIN PIECES Edme Samson et Cie (French), second half 19th century. Export style and famille rose porcelain pieces comprising of one chocolate pot with the Howard coat of arms supported by a lion and unicorn with Latin motto "Sola Virtus Invicta" and one lidded urn having partial coat of arms and raised enamel decoration. Both having pseudo Chinese marks to underside. Approx. h. 7.375" (pot), h. 6.75" (urn).
PR., SAMSON ORMOLU MOUNTED FAMILLE ROSEPR., SAMSON ORMOLU MOUNTED FAMILLE ROSE WALL VASES Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th century. Pair of famille rose porcelain baluster-form wall vases in the Chinese taste, having chinoiserie decoration, each flanked by two boys, possibly the Immortals Hehe Erxian, on bronze rococo style bases. Each marked "France" to the back. Note: Factory model no. 439. A matched pair sold at Christie's, London, England, Collection De Madame X, live auction 6806, March 3, 2004, lot 334, for GBP 1,076. Approx. of one, h. 7", w. 5.5", d. 2.5".
19TH C. SAMSON ARMORIAL FLORAL LIDDED19TH C. SAMSON ARMORIAL FLORAL LIDDED URN Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th century. Lidded armorial porcelain Chinese export type vase, having a floral finial, raised decoration, polychrome florals, and gilt accents. Red Chinese type mark to the underside. Approx. h. 15.5".
PR, SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLE TWO-LIGHTPR, SAMSON CHINESE EXPORT STYLE TWO-LIGHT SCONCES Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th century. Pair of two-light Chinese export style porcelain wall sconces with a prunus blossom tree pattern and gilt bronze mounts. Appropriately marked to back. Approx. h. 11.25" (top of leaf), w. 9.375" (widest point).
PAIR, MEISSEN STYLE CHINOISERIE FIGURESPAIR, MEISSEN STYLE CHINOISERIE FIGURES OF BOYS Probably Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th century. Near pair of polychrome decorated figures of marching Chinese boys modeled after Meissen. Blue crossed marks to the underside of one and the back of the second. Provenance: Collection of Ann Getty. Approx. of one, h. 9".
MENNECY-STYLE ORIENTALIST JARDINIEREMENNECY-STYLE ORIENTALIST JARDINIERE WITH FLOWERS Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), late 19th century. Mennecy-style polychrome porcelain chinoiserie jardiniere modeled as two figures holding a basket filled with porcelain and tole flowers. Impressed "D.V." and interlaced "SS"
PAIR, SAMSON PORCELAIN BUSTS, BOY &PAIR, SAMSON PORCELAIN BUSTS, BOY & GIRL Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969). Pair of enameled porcelain busts of boy and girl, manner of Meissen. Marked appropriately. Catalog Note: These busts were in the display cabinet at the Windcrofte House on Tuxedo Road. Approx. h. 5.5", w. 4"
PAIR, 19TH C SAMSON PORCELAIN SEATEDPAIR, 19TH C SAMSON PORCELAIN SEATED NODDERS Edme Samson et Cie (French, 1845-1969), 19th century. Pair of seated porcelain Chinese nodder figures in western dress with articulated heads and hands. Marked to interior. Catalog Note: These nodder figures decorated the living room at the Windcrofte House on Tuxedo Road. Approx. h. 11", w. 11".
SAMSON-STYLE ARMORIAL PORCELAIN INKSTAND,SAMSON-STYLE ARMORIAL PORCELAIN INKSTAND, 3PCS Manner of Edme Samson et Cie, French, late 19th to early 20th century, armorial porcelain inkstand, decorated with florals and a coat of arms, with two inkwells. Dimensions: Approx. overall, h. 2.25", w. 10.25", d. 7.75".
(5) LARGE CHINESE EXPORT & STYLE PORCELAIN(5) LARGE CHINESE EXPORT & STYLE PORCELAIN MUGS(lot of 5) Chinese Export and style porcelain mugs, (one) with floral urn decoration bearing mark for Edme Samson of Paris, (one) with armorial monogram design retaining retailer sticker for Diane Knight, Fine Porcelains, Locust Valley, New York, approx 6"h, 5"w, 6"d, 10.3lbs total
DELFT STYLE COVERED VASE, ATT: EDMEDELFT STYLE COVERED VASE, ATT: EDME SAMSON, PRESENTED AS A TABLE LAMP Second half 19th century, ribbed baluster form decorated with chinoiserie in the rare cashmire palette, the cover features an integral Foo dog finial, the vase is raised on a painted wooden base, electrified with shade.