The satyr-mask handles distinguish this neoclassical vase from a related shape known as vase à bande. At sèvres a plaster model for these shapes is inscribed with the name of the sculptor etienne-maurice falconet (1716-91), but the designer was more likely the director of sculpture at the manufactory, louis-simon boizot (1743-1809). Jean-louis morin (1731-87) decorated the vases with harbor scenes and jean pierre boulanger père (1722-85) was responsible for the gilding. Date: 1776. Place of creation: Sèvres, France. Dimensions: 42.6 cm (16.7 in). Medium: soft-paste porcelain. Collection: Walters Art Museum. Sèvres Porcelain Manufactory - Vase à bandes - Walters 48561
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