Meissen, 19th Century — Covered Porcelain Vase With Naturalistic Floral Decoration

ROYAL SAXON PORCELAIN MANUFACTORY (MEISSEN)
Covered baluster-form vase in glazed porcelain, decorated in polychrome with scattered sprays of natural flowers (Deutsche Blumen), including roses, flame-patterned tulips and irises, on a white ground. The domed cover is surmounted by a rosebud finial applied in relief and enhanced with foliage.
Mark: underglaze-blue intertwined monogram “AR” (Augustus Rex).
Germany, Meissen. Nineteenth century.
Dimensions: H_25 cm
Very good condition.

This vase draws directly upon the grand Baroque productions created under the reign of Augustus the Strong. The intertwined “AR” monogram pays tribute to the prestigious eighteenth-century pieces associated with the royal court, while its decoration is enhanced here by a remarkably fresh botanical composition and a sculpted floral finial of convincing naturalistic effect. The Deutsche Blumen style, developed at Meissen in the eighteenth century, was inspired by botanical motifs while allowing for a more decorative and stylised interpretation of flowers.art-salon