![]() ![]() With this medium sized box, he was not only copying the larger porcelain caskets or coffin boxes. One of his most interesting works was his Heraldic or Armorial pieces. Samson specialized in reproducing antiques from the 16s. It is very similar to Sevres pieces with it’s color, decoration and design. we believe (based upon the markings and natural aging) that it was made between 1880– 1890 in France and was meant to resemble an antique of a much earlier period. Inspired by Edme Samson of Samson & Co., Paris. This wonderful antique hand painted box is just bursting with History. He is portrayed in the biblical Book of Judges (chapters 1316). ![]() The lid is hinged and the lid and base are edged in floral gilt metal mounts with Fleur De Lis clasp. Samson Samson, Hebrew Shimshon, legendary Israelite warrior and judge, or divinely inspired leader, renowned for the prodigious strength that he derived from his uncut hair. ![]() The lid features hand painted floral bouquets on an ivory porcelain background with gold edging, surrounded by a sky blue lid with gold web or crackling effect. Marked on the base with “Made in France” and unmistakably in the style and manner of Samson. Presenting a gorgeous French 19th century Samson Paris Porcelain Trinket Box probably by Edme Samson. ![]()
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