Large Water Jug And Basin With Tortoiseshell Base In Paris Porcelain - Consulat Period

Also called a toilet pot and its bowl, this set is distinguished by its classic elegance and decorative refinement. The bowl, oval in shape "navette", is slightly raised at the ends. The jug has an ovoid body resting on a small low pedestal. It has a wide spout and a raised flattened handle, stylistic characteristics of the productions of the Consulate period (circa 1799–1804). DURE porcelain. The set is decorated with a rare "tortoiseshell" background, enhanced with gilded palmettes. Under the spout, a beautiful floral motif on a gold background. The whole is framed by garlands, stylized foliage and wide gilded borders. Dimensions: Height 25.3 cm - Length 17.7 cm - Basin: Length 35 cm - Height 7 cm,Brand(s): NONE,Condition: GOOD CONDITION - A tiny chip found on the upper edge of the basin (invisible to the eye),Period: CONSULATE,Porcelain pieces decorated with a "tortoiseshell" background are extremely rare.PAYMENT and TRANSPORTPAYMENTS ACCEPTED BANK TRANSFER / PAYPAL / BANK TRANSFER / CB online or by CHECK.PARCELS WILL BE POSTED WITHIN 4 DAYS. GROUPED SHIPPING POSSIBLE IN CASE OF PURCHASE OF MULTIPLE ITEMS.