Sevres Soft Paste Biscuit Porcelain Figurine Danseuse 1998 NOS Mint in Box

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Sevres Soft Paste Biscuit Porcelain Figurine Danseuse 1998 NOS Mint in Box:
$13500.00

A Masterpiece of French Heritage: The Sèvres "Danseuse" Soft-Paste Biscuit Porcelain (1998)

To the discerning collector of true porcelain artistry,

There are objects that merely decorate a room, and then there are historical artifacts that define it. The figurine you see before you is undeniably the latter.

The Value of the Masterpiece

We are proud to present an absolute pinnacle of European porcelain creation: the "Danseuse" (Dancer), meticulously crafted in 1998 at the world-renowned Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres.

The original masterpiece was designed between 1746 and 1750 by the legendary sculptor Blondeau. However, what elevates this specific piece to the realm of high-art investment is its material and its dramatic history: authentic soft-paste porcelain (pâte tendre).

Developed at Sèvres before the secrets of hard-paste porcelain were unlocked, pâte tendre is created through an incredibly demanding process. It involves baking silica sand and soda into a glassy frit, crushing it, and mixing it with white clay before firing at precise temperatures of 1200-1250°C. Because this method required extreme technical mastery and was prohibitively expensive, Sèvres completely halted its production in 1804.

For generations, the creation of true Sèvres soft-paste was a lost art. It was only during the late 20th century, by the direct decree of French President Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, that production of this legendary material was officially revived. This 1998 "Danseuse" is a magnificent result of that presidential resurrection. It yields a warm, unglazed, and uniquely velvety texture that captures light with a marble-like softness—a profound aesthetic depth that standard hard-paste porcelain can never replicate.

This individual figurine was brought to life by France Tocquevill, a highly distinguished Sèvres creator and ceramicist. The exquisite, fluid folds of the dancer's dress and the breathtakingly delicate posture reflect the unrivaled mastery expected of the Sèvres tradition.

Condition & Specifications

Material: Authentic Sèvres Soft-Paste Biscuit Porcelain (Pâte Tendre)

Year of Creation: 1998 (Original 18th-century design by Blondeau)

Sculptor/Creator: France Tocquevill

Dimensions: H: 8.66 in (22 cm) | W: 4.96 in (12.6 cm) | D: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)

Weight: 2.17 lbs (984 g)

Condition: New Old Stock (NOS) / Never Displayed. This piece is in pristine, flawless condition. It has never been displayed or exposed to daylight, having been kept strictly in our professional, climate-controlled art storage since its acquisition. It remains a perfect time capsule from 1998, preserved immaculately for the connoisseur.

Accessories: Accompanied by its original Sèvres brand box (8.27 x 12.2 in / 21 x 31 cm), which is also in excellent condition.

Shipping: A Seamless VIP Experience

We believe that the acquisition of fine art should be a moment of pure distinction, entirely free from logistical burdens.

Complimentary Worldwide Shipping: Expedited via DHL Express at no additional cost.

Delivered Duty Paid (DDP): We personally handle and cover all international customs duties and import taxes. The price you see is entirely final. The masterpiece will arrive directly at your residence with zero unexpected fees or customs delays.

Purchase with Absolute Confidence

As an established art and antique dealer with 30 years of experience curating for high-net-worth clients in Japan, my standards are uncompromising. This piece is unconditionally guaranteed to be an authentic, official work from the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. Your acquisition will be packed using museum-grade standards to ensure this delicate soft-paste treasure arrives in the exact, immaculate condition it leaves our gallery.

If you recognize the profound rarity and historical weight of Sèvres soft-paste biscuit, you will understand the caliber of this offering.

We invite you to secure this magnificent legacy of French porcelain history for your private collection today.