Potpourri Vase w/ Lid
Object NamePotpourri Vase w/ Lid
Manufacturer
Samson, Edme et Cie
(French, 1845 - 1969)
DateLate 19th century
OriginFrance
MediumPorcelain
Dimensions8 x 7 3/4 in. (20.3 x 19.7 cm)
3 x 4 1/4 in. (7.6 x 10.8 cm)
1 3/8 x 4 7/8 in. (3.5 x 12.4 cm)
ClassificationsDecorative Arts, Ceramics
Credit LineGift of Ann and Henry Brunnier. In the Ann and Henry Brunnier Collection, Brunnier Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Object number2.7.17ab
Status
Not on viewCollections
CultureFrench
Label TextVining flowers and leaves sculpted in high relief and applied to the exterior of the vases provide a visual clue to the contents of the jar. Inspired by Oriental ceramics, Blanc de Chine, or white porcelain, was popular in Europe. Lidded jars held moist or dried flowers and herbs to add pleasant fragrances to the air.
MarkingsPseudo St.Cloud mark (the "e" is an addition) (Haggar p415). Perhaps a modeller's mark and another mark incised near edge of base center.
Locations
- (not entered) Iowa State University, Brunnier Main Storage
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