This magnificent palatial pair of cobalt blue porcelain vases, attributed to the celebrated Sèvres manufactory, represents the height of French luxury decorative arts of the 19th century. Monumental in scale and opulent in execution, these vases exemplify the refined craftsmanship and painterly excellence for which Sèvres porcelain has been revered for centuries.
Each vase is decorated with two distinct hand-painted scenes one being figural, allowing for visual versatility and exceptional artistic depth. The front panels depict lively genre scenes of figures on horseback traveling through a charming village or town, rendered with remarkable detail and movement. The riders, architecture, and surrounding figures are painted with precision and warmth, capturing the romantic spirit of 19th-century French narrative porcelain.
The reverse panels feature expansive landscape scenes, offering a serene counterpoint to the animated village compositions. Rolling countryside, atmospheric skies, and carefully balanced perspectives showcase the painter’s command of depth, light, and color. The ability to alternate between figural and landscape scenes enhances both the decorative and functional appeal of this exceptional pair.
Uniquely, each vase swivels on its base, allowing the owner to choose which scene is displayed—an elegant and highly desirable feature rarely found in porcelain of this caliber. This thoughtful design makes the pair ideal for placement on consoles, mantels, or centerpieces where viewing angles may change.
Both vases are lavishly embellished with finely chased gilt ormolu bronze mounts, executed to the highest standard. The mounts frame the porcelain beautifully while providing structural integrity and a luxurious contrast to the deep cobalt blue ground. The chasing is crisp and refined, consistent with the finest French bronzier work of the period.
The rich cobalt blue glaze, a hallmark of high-quality French porcelain, serves as a dramatic backdrop to the painted reserves and gilt bronze mounts, further enhancing the regal presence of the pair. The overall effect is one of grandeur, elegance, and unmistakable Parisian sophistication.
Attributed to Sèvres, these vases would have been intended for palatial interiors, grand salons, or formal reception rooms, where they functioned as both works of art and symbols of refinement. Today, they remain highly sought after by collectors, decorators, and designers seeking statement pieces with historical importance and visual impact.
This extraordinary pair stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of French porcelain artistry, seamlessly uniting narrative painting, masterful glazing, and exceptional ormolu work. They pair is in good, antique condition with some light surface scratches to the finish and tarnishing to the mounts. Otherwise good condition considering items circa 1890-1900.

Dimensions: Height: 34 3/4 in Width: 16 1/2 in Depth: 14 in

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