Antique DRESDEN HP Porcelain Letter Holder MARIE ANTOINETTE Flowers W GILT Paste
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:2331 | Age: 1900 |
| Style: French Marie Antoinette | Maker: Dresden |
| Original/Reproduction: Original |
PaymentAntique DRESDEN HP Porcelain Letter Holder MARIE ANTOINETTE Flowers w GILT Paste
From a fine Newport estate .. this is a rare antique Dresden porcelain letter holder, entirely and expertly hand painted (no transfer), featuring the entwined initials of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, within a wreath of colorful flowers, in the front. Delicate gilt paste "lat...tice", with colorful flowers at the intersections, all over. Scalloped top rims; lush gold trim. Apx 6 1/2" wide, 5 1/2" high, and 4" deep; two compartments for papers or letters. Marked with a "W" and crown logo, in puce; there is also an importer's mark "A. Schmidt & Sons .. N.Y". Please note there are a few small kiln blemishes (original to the making) on the inside of the compartments (see close-up); otherwise very good condition ~ no chips, cracks, or damage. Enlarge photos for detail.
If you have questions about mailing costs, or special requests, please contact us. Please check our other auctions, including a wide range of fine antiques and collectibles acquired at recentPalm Beach and Newport estate sales and buying trips .. and from our personal collections, gathered over the years. New listings areadded nightly. We will gladly combine shipping. Welcome bidders, and please note: - All international bidders, and newbidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks, please contact us before bidding.Communication is an essential key to a successful transaction. - Prompt payment is expected. If you havenot communicated with us, we will use eBay's dispute resolution process. - It should be expected that vintage andantique items are not always perfect. We try to be as accurate as possible inour descriptions, and we are very particular about disclosing any flaws ordamage. We also include numerous photos with all listings, and most photos canbe enlarged for more careful viewing. - If you are uncertain about the conditionor age of any item, please ask questions before bidding. We are usually able torespond very promptly, and will provide as much additional information aspossible to assist in your evaluation of the item. - All sales are considered final, unless wehave overlooked something or made a significant error in our description. Soplease ask questions before bidding if you are uncertain. - If you are not fully satisfied with yourpurchase, please contact us before leaving feedback so we have the opportunityto address your concern. - Packages are mailed with DeliveryConfirmation, and Signature Confirmation is required for all items over $250.In most cases, international packages will be mailed via the US Post Officeusing Priority International or Express International. The minimum charge forthis method of delivery to most countries is $40. Please consider the cost ofpostage before bidding. Please also note this information, whicheBay requires all sellers who offer international shipping to include in theirlistings: Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOTINCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer'sresponsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determinewhat these additional costs will be prior to bidding / buying. These chargesare normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when youpick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We donot mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - USand International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
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From a fine Newport estate .. this is a rare antique Dresden porcelain letter holder, entirely and expertly hand painted (no transfer), featuring the entwined initials of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, within a wreath of colorful flowers, in the front. Delicate gilt paste "lat...tice", with colorful flowers at the intersections, all over. Scalloped top rims; lush gold trim. Apx 6 1/2" wide, 5 1/2" high, and 4" deep; two compartments for papers or letters. Marked with a "W" and crown logo, in puce; there is also an importer's mark "A. Schmidt & Sons .. N.Y". Please note there are a few small kiln blemishes (original to the making) on the inside of the compartments (see close-up); otherwise very good condition ~ no chips, cracks, or damage. Enlarge photos for detail.
If you have questions about mailing costs, or special requests, please contact us. Please check our other auctions, including a wide range of fine antiques and collectibles acquired at recentPalm Beach and Newport estate sales and buying trips .. and from our personal collections, gathered over the years. New listings areadded nightly. We will gladly combine shipping. Welcome bidders, and please note: - All international bidders, and newbidders with less than 5 positive feedbacks, please contact us before bidding.Communication is an essential key to a successful transaction. - Prompt payment is expected. If you havenot communicated with us, we will use eBay's dispute resolution process. - It should be expected that vintage andantique items are not always perfect. We try to be as accurate as possible inour descriptions, and we are very particular about disclosing any flaws ordamage. We also include numerous photos with all listings, and most photos canbe enlarged for more careful viewing. - If you are uncertain about the conditionor age of any item, please ask questions before bidding. We are usually able torespond very promptly, and will provide as much additional information aspossible to assist in your evaluation of the item. - All sales are considered final, unless wehave overlooked something or made a significant error in our description. Soplease ask questions before bidding if you are uncertain. - If you are not fully satisfied with yourpurchase, please contact us before leaving feedback so we have the opportunityto address your concern. - Packages are mailed with DeliveryConfirmation, and Signature Confirmation is required for all items over $250.In most cases, international packages will be mailed via the US Post Officeusing Priority International or Express International. The minimum charge forthis method of delivery to most countries is $40. Please consider the cost ofpostage before bidding. Please also note this information, whicheBay requires all sellers who offer international shipping to include in theirlistings: Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOTINCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer'sresponsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determinewhat these additional costs will be prior to bidding / buying. These chargesare normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when youpick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We donot mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - USand International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
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