Small porcelain pot hand-painted by Samson Paris, Compagnie d style.

Small porcelain pot hand-painted by Samson Paris, in the style of the East India Company, circa 1940-1960. This 14 cm heraldic porcelain pot, of great elegance, is a true decorative gem that evokes the luxury of antique tableware from the East India Company. Likely of European manufacture (possibly French or German, mid-20th century), it imitates pieces exported from China in the 18th century for the European aristocracy. This pot is distinguished by its refined central coat of arms and delicate hand-painted floral decorations. The white relief of the porcelain and the gilded borders make it an ideal collectible piece for a display cabinet, desk, or classic shelf. An exceptional object that adds a touch of European nobility to any interior. This piece is remarkable for its heraldic style, highly sought after in the 18th century by noble families who commissioned bespoke tableware from the East. Central motif (Coat of arms): It features a heraldic shield flanked by two supporters (figures holding the shield), evoking rampant lions or chimeras. The shield is azure blue with a central golden figure. Above, a crest in the shape of an arm holding an arrow. Floral decoration: It uses a colour palette typical of the "Rose Family" (roses, reds, greens, and purples) with small bouquets of Indian flowers. Relief details: The porcelain showcases a technique of pastillage or "bianco sopra bianco" (white on white), with vegetal motifs and scrolls in relief that give it a rich and elegant texture. Although it is not an 18th-century piece (which would be worth thousands of euros), it is a high-quality reproduction that perfectly captures the aesthetic of the Enlightenment. In perfect condition. Dimensions: 14 X 7 cm.