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Vivant Denon, Egyptian Porcelain Service, Sevres
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Vivant Denon, Egyptian Porcelain Service, Sevres
954790 Vivant Denon, Egyptian Porcelain Service, Sevres, 1806 (porcelain with paint & gilt) by Denon, Dominique Vivant (1747-1825); Kuskovo Estate Museum, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Service given by Napoleon Bonaparte to Tzar Alexander I in 1807.
The plates views are from illustrations by Vivant Denon (1747-1825) for the published description of his journey to Egypt during Bonapartes 1798 campaign, Voyage dans la Basse et la Haute Egypte (1802). Denon was an artist, curator and author who worked in Italy and France and was Napoleons Minister of Arts and first director of the Musee Napoleon (Louvre) (1802-15). ); French, out of copyright
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1798 Ceramics Coffee Cups Denon Elaborate Formal Gilded Gilding Napoleon Neoclassical Plate Plates Porcelain Service Sevres Tableware Teacup Teacups Bonapartes Vivant Vivant Denon
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This print showcases the exquisite Vivant Denon Egyptian Porcelain Service, created in Sevres in 1806. The porcelain pieces are adorned with intricate paint and gilt designs, reflecting the neoclassical style of the time. This particular service holds historical significance as it was a gift from Napoleon Bonaparte to Tzar Alexander I in 1807. The plates featured in this collection depict scenes from Vivant Denon's published description of his journey to Egypt during Bonaparte's campaign in 1798. Denon, an accomplished artist, curator, and author, worked closely with Napoleon and served as his Minister of Arts and the first director of the Musee Napoleon (Louvre). Each plate offers a glimpse into the stunning landscapes and cultural richness of Egypt and North Africa. The attention to detail is evident not only in the ornate gilding but also in the elegant portrayal of coffee and tea scenes on teacups. The Vivant Denon Egyptian Porcelain Service exemplifies French craftsmanship at its finest. Its elaborate design captures both artistic beauty and historical significance, making it a treasured piece within Kuskovo Estate Museum's collection in Moscow, Russia. This print allows us to appreciate not only the skillful ceramic work but also provides insight into a significant moment between two powerful leaders - Napoleon Bonaparte and Tzar Alexander I - bridging cultures through artistry.
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