Sèvres Porcelain Manufactory

Centaurs and Lapiths C0426S

Inventory Number
C0426SSize
11 ⅜” H x 5” WMaterial
porcelainPeriod
Art NouveauCountry of Origin
FranceYear Made
1886, 1986Status
AvailableCondition
Excellent

Description

Designed in the late nineteenth century and produced for the first time in the late twentieth century in celebration of a company anniversary, this vase is a premier example of the enduring power of the classical style and appeal of ancient Greek mythology. the scene, often termed the Centauromachy, represents centaurs of both sexes overtaking lapiths (the human residents of thessaly). Over time the story came to symbolize the endless war between our higher and baser instincts. Marks: impressed artist's name / stamped Sèvres MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DECORE A SEVRES BD.