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Sèvres Porcelain Consignment
The soft-paste porcelain factory was established in Vincennes, France, in 1740, guided by the patronage of King Louis XV of France and his maîtresse-en-titre Madame de Pompadour. It was later re-established in the town of Sèvres in 1756. Sèvres was the preeminent manufacturer of fine European porcelain in the second half of the 18th century and into the 19th century. Today, these rare, intricate works of art from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries are in demand by collectors. Sotheby’s can help you realise the highest price.
With highly successful recent sales from the Sevres porcelain collection from the Marquesses of Lothian and Vincennes porcelain from the Collection of Robert S. Pirie. Sotheby's continues to be your most reliable resource to sell your Sevres porcelain. To learn about the value of your porcelain, simply submit your images and information through our easy-to-use online estimate form for a complimentary estimate. Our global team of specialists will review your submission and issue preliminary estimates for items that can be included in our sales.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to sell my Sèvres porcelain?Sotheby's auctions of porcelain attract collectors, museum curators and new buyers from New York and around the world. When you are ready to sell your Sèvres piece, Sotheby’s can help you realise the highest price. Our specialists can discuss sale options with you after you submit your photographs online. Sotheby's offers sales that include Sèvres porcelain in New York, London, Paris, and online throughout the year.
- How do I know if my porcelain was made by Sèvres?Many Sèvres pieces are marked on the underside or reverse with interlaced L’s in blue paint. Between the interlaced L’s is often a letter, which refers to the date it was produced. Since Sèvres has a very long history, the style of the marks and the way they were produced, (i.e. stenciled, hand-painted) has changed over time. Our specialists have many years of experience in handling Sèvres porcelain and will be able to help you identify the marks on your piece, so please include detailed, clear photographs of any marks or symbols.
- What are the best-selling types of Sèvres porcelain?Fine pieces of Sèvres porcelain are always in demand by global buyers. Look for pieces by makers Charles-Nicolas Dodin, Léon Kann, François-Joseph Aloncle, Jean-Louis Morin, Étienne-Henry Le Guay, Marc-Louis Solon and Jean Charles Develly.
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Sotheby’s is your best resource to buy and sell decorative art such as Sevres and Vincennes porcelain or ceramic sculpture, figurine, figure, clock, plate, dessert plate, dish, bowl, cup, coffee pot, coffee service, mug or pitcher painted with a bird, animal, dog, elephant, rhinoceros, menagerie, flowers, chinoiserie figures, with interlaced LL marks.