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Porcelain Inkwell by Jacob Petit

Name: Porcelain Inkwell by Jacob Petit
Brand: Jacob Petit
Rating: 4.9 (61 reviews)

$3,173.30List Price

About the Item

Multicolored porcelain inkwell in the shape of a basket of flowers. It is covered in a variety of textured flowers: Violets, tulips, chrysanthemum, roses, and several varieties of petunias. This piece is very representative of the original and whimsical style of Jacob Petit, with its extraordinary abundance of plants, its contrasts of lively color, and the minute, delicate work of its petals. A rose and a chrysanthemum, each topped with a bee to serve as a handle, hide the two ink pots. Marked on the base in blue: JP. Born in Paris in 1796, Jacob Mardouché (who went by Petit, the last name of his wife, Anne Adelaïde Petit) studied painting in Antoine Jean Gros’s workshop. In 1820, he earned his certification as a porcelain manufacturer. He made several journeys to Italy, Switzerland and Germany before settling down for a few years in England, where he studied various industries and painted stage sets. Petit returned to France around 1830-1831 and after a short period at Sèvres, he opened a small workshop in Belleville. His success was fast and spectacular, and in 1833 he bought the porcelain factory of Baruch Weil at Fontainebleau. The factory was appreciated by Louis XVIII, Charles X and the Duchess of Berry. He also owned a decoration workshop in Paris. Petit’s factory was one of the most famous ones in existence between 1830 and 1860, and its production was rich and varied. After 1838, it limited its production to ornamental objects: flasks, perfume bottles, clocks, perfume burners, paperweights, vases, candlesticks, and small statues. Beginning in 1834, Petit displayed his work at the Industrial Exhibitions, and then at the World Fairs. His remarkable objects and their technical innovations earned him many awards. His work is eclectic, within which we can find Gothic, Renaissance, Neoclassicism and Rococo styles, as well Far and Middle Eastern motifs. These styles and motifs are at times combined, and at times alone. During the Romantic period, this artist with an unbridled imagination created “strange” Rocaille forms that were easily recognizable on the Paris porcelain scene. His Rococo patterns decorate angles, curved, and flat surfaces. The animated forms, high reliefs, foliated branches, birds, flames, flowers, and fruits all composed a luxurious style that was completely different from the austere patterns represented in Classic art, circa 1850. Dimension: L: 26 cm, W: 17 cm, H: 12 cm.

Creator:
Jacob Petit (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Porcelain
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1850-1859
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1850
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Paris, FR
Reference Number:
Seller: 18991stDibs: LU206535638543

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