The particular shape of these vases was named after King Louis-Philippe's sister, Madame Adélaïde, who presented the first example of the vases to her brother. This pair was commissioned from the Sèvres factory by Samuel Scott. The pair are in the older 18th century rococo style, with flowers set against a blue ground with much gilding.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Pair of Adélaïde vases, 1849
Date supported
2002
Medium and material
Hard-paste porcelain, enamel colours & gilt
Dimensions
Height: 41 cm
Grant
12000
Total cost
22000
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