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Set of Three 19th C. Meissen Attributed Porcelain Wire Bowls, Germany

$1,610.31per set
£1,180.09per set
€1,350per set
CA$2,216.87per set
A$2,255.02per set
CHF 1,287.65per set
MX$27,275.74per set
NOK 15,014.68per set
SEK 15,244.73per set
DKK 10,294.08per set

About the Item

A rare and charming set of three antique porcelain and handcrafted wire bowls, Germany, second half of the 19th century, circa 1860–1880. Each bowl features a finely painted blue and white porcelain insert with the iconic Blue Onion pattern, attributed to Meissen porcelain. The decoration shows the timeless elegance and craftsmanship associated with historic German porcelain production. The porcelain inserts are beautifully surrounded by elaborate handmade openwork wire baskets. The metalwork displays remarkable craftsmanship with individually shaped loops, twisted details and a naturally aged dark silver-toned patina. The wire construction may possibly have been silver-plated or made with a silver-containing alloy, but this has not been tested. The contrast between the refined porcelain and the expressive handcrafted metalwork gives these pieces a unique sculptural character. The organic wire design reflects the transition between Biedermeier, Historicism and early decorative art movements of the 19th century. A very unusual surviving set of three — elegant as decorative bowls, jewelry dishes or collector’s objects. Details: * Origin: Germany * Period: 19th Century * Date: circa 1860–1880 * Style: Biedermeier / Historicism * Porcelain: attributed to Meissen, Blue Onion decoration * Material: porcelain and handcrafted silver-toned metal wire * Set: 3 pieces * Diameter each: 11.2 cm (including wire basket) * Height each: 5.2 cm (including wire basket) * Condition: good antique condition with beautiful age-related patina and minor signs of use consistent with age
  • Attributed to:
    Meissen Porcelain (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.05 in (5.2 cm)Diameter: 4.41 in (11.2 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Biedermeier (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hannover, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10125250868752

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