Late 19th Century Samson Porcelain of Paris Double Inkwell

Description

A very beautiful French double inkwell
Fine porcelain shaped as a basket decorated with flowers, most likely intended for a … more A very beautiful French double inkwell
Fine porcelain shaped as a basket decorated with flowers, most likely intended for a lady's desk due to its delicateness and smaller size
Made by Samson of Paris
The firm of Samson et Cie, was founded in Paris in 1845 by Edme Samson (1810-1891) originally specializing in the production of good quality copies of porcelain pieces in museums and renowned private collections. The firm did not set out to pass off the reproductions as originals, as they were distinctly marked with the Samson mark, and also sometimes also with the mark of the factory that was being reproduced. Some of the reproductions were of such high quality they have been mistaken for, or passed off as being originals of the copied factory. Chelsea, Meissen, Sevres, Worcester, Derby, and Chinese Export porcelain are some of the wares that have been reproduced. Edme's son Emile Samson (1837-1913) joined the family business when it moved to larger premises outside of Paris in the 1860's
Marked France with two crossed arrows
All original
Measurements: Approx. 2" tall x 5.25" large x 4.5" wide
Weighs about 10 oz.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. No issues to be noted. All original. less