DESCRIPTION: (2 Pc) An antique pair of French Sevres Louis Philippe period porcelain and bronze footed compote dishes. Designed as a pair of circular porcelain dishes mounted on a gilded bronze base. Partly printed, painted and gilded. From King Louis Philippe´s dinner service at the Chateau de Fontainebleau. The service is often referred to as the "Service Ordinaire de Fontainebleau". The service was ordered in August 1836 and delivered until 1847. An important feature of this service is the ornamental frieze, depicting Greek rosettes and ornamental gilding. The freeze consists of heavy leafy foliage that hides a variety of animals. Marked with 1846 Sevres hallmark, and the "Chateau de Fontainebleau" hallmark on the underside.

Reference Literature:
Tamara Preaud, The Sevres Porcelain Manufactory. Alexandre Brongniart and the Triumph of Art and Industry, 1800-1847. The Bard Graduate Center, New York. Page. 378-380.

CIRCA: 1846
ORIGIN: France
DIMENSIONS: W: 10" H: 5 1/2".

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CONDITION: With visible chips, flea bites and minor wear to gilding. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.