19th Century Royal Louis XVI Ormolu Mounted Kpm Porcelain Desk Set - Set of 5

Description

A fine, exquisitely handcrafted, late nineteenth century dore-bronze ormolu mounted Royal Porcelain Factory, Berlin (KPM) five piece desk set.

The … more A fine, exquisitely handcrafted, late nineteenth century dore-bronze ormolu mounted Royal Porcelain Factory, Berlin (KPM) five piece desk set.

The breathtaking antique set features Hermann August Seger porcelain, ornate gold gilding, superb detail throughout, in the classic, timeless and elegant Louis XVI taste with nods to period Art Nouveau styling. Petite, delicate with a strong presence, the perfect finishing touch to your French bureau de dame (ladies desk). Circa 1880s

Individually they're extremely rare, as a complete set remaining together after 130 years, they're truly spectacular!

Signed. Having the cobalt blue scepter with Sgr.P. Impressed: 3388 A

The lot comprising
1 encrier (inkwell with tray/ inkstand);
1 ink blotter;
Pair of candle holders, which at that time served the dual purpose of melting sealing wax used to stamp and seal, as well as acting as a desk lamp to allow writing at night, pre-electricity.
1 matchbox holder and ashtray.
5 pieces total.

Dimensions: (approx)
9" W, 7" D, 4" H (encrier)
3.5" W, 3.5" D, 8.5" H (candlesticks, each) less