Fine pair of French Old Paris porcelain three-tier dessert étagères, decorated in deep cobalt blue and white porcelain with hand-painted floral reserves and rich raised gilt ornament throughout. Each piece is fitted with a gilt bronze central stem, tier supports, and decorative handle, and raised on three gilt paw-form feet.
A refined and highly decorative example of late 19th century French luxury porcelain, combining elegant form, vibrant cobalt ground, floral painting, and elaborate gilding in the Old Paris tradition.
Dimensions, each:
Height: 18 in. (45.7 cm)
Lower tray diameter: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm)
Middle tray diameter: 7 in. (17.8 cm)
Upper tray diameter: 5 1/2 in. (14 cm)
Coditient : very good antique condition with only minor wear consistent with age and use.