Details
- Dimensions
- 5.2ʺW × 5.2ʺD × 6ʺH
- Styles
- American Classical
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Good With minor rubbing to the gold & light glaze and surface scratches and scuffing here and there. Wear consistent … moreGood With minor rubbing to the gold & light glaze and surface scratches and scuffing here and there. Wear consistent with age and use. less
- Description
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A fine and rare early 19th century Tucker and Hemphill porcelain vase.
The vase is decorated with a gilt shield … more A fine and rare early 19th century Tucker and Hemphill porcelain vase.
The vase is decorated with a gilt shield device surrounded by leaf and branch and ribbon decoration. (Also, note how the shield is reminiscent of Tucker's famous perfumes!)
Tucker and Hemphill was the important first large-scale producer of porcelain in America. They operated in Philadelphia from 1826-1838, and pieces are extraordinarily hard to find and highly coveted by American collectors.
For comparable examples, visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art's online collection.
Measure: Height circa 6 in. less
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