Soup Tureen Sèvres Model

Soupière Sèvres modèle "Pimprenelle" in deep blue, very rare and no longer produced, collector's item
Pimprenelle model created in the early 20th century. The Pimprenelle service is best known for its decoration of pink carnation flowers painted by Henri Gillet. - The Pimprenelle is a variant with a plain background, and a very deep, brilliant midnight blue / "bleu de Sèvres" enamel. This type of monochrome background is less common than versions with floral decoration. It is a pedestal soup tureen with its display stand, handles and lid grip in the form of stylized foliage. The Pimprenelle service dates from 1903-1904. This intense blue resembles "bleu de roi" or "bleu nouveau", a Sèvres signature color that is very costly to produce and reserved for large pieces.
This tureen is therefore rare for its solid blue background color and its complete form: a covered tureen + matching display stand in perfect condition, it is the centerpiece of the service and finally the exceptional mirror enamel.