A very fine pair of porcelain figure groups by Edme Samson et Cie of Paris, copying the style of 18th century Chelsea. Two playful putti or cherubs are stood on naturalistic bases with simple tree bocages and each is feeding a pet goat with leaves from the shrubs. Very charming pair, finely modelled and decorated, with pseudo gold anchor marks to the reverse. c.1860-1880.

The term "Samson" porcelain and attribution to Edme Samson is often used inaccurately, and very unfairly. It has become a bit of a generic dumping ground for all manner of Continental (and further afield) porcelain figures in vaguely 18th century styles that have no definitive attribution, regardless of age (or lack thereof), true origin and certainly quality, with many very poor quality reproductions being readily branded "Samson".

Porcelain truly produced by the Samson et Cie manufactory is of a very high quality and should be appreciated as such. With experience there are specific features that can aid accurate identification and some also have factory marks. These are lovely examples of the quality and attention to detail that comes from genuine Edme Samson figures.

They measure 16cm (6 1/4") and 17.5cm (6 7/8") wide, 10.5cm (4 1/8") deep and 15.2cm (6") high.

In excellent condition with no damage, repair or restoration to the figures. One has a very small chip to the foot of the base and a small patch of shredded clay grass has been lost. The bocages are largely as they should be; a loss to the tip of a couple of branches and a few leaf tips which have been carefully colour matched so they display very well but can be identified under UV light.

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