Samson & Cie.
"Four Seasons" Urn

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"Four Seasons" Urn
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ManufacturerFrench, established 1845
CultureFrench
Titles
  • "Four Seasons" Urn
Datemid-late-19th century
PlaceParis, France
MediumPorcelain and gilt bronze
DimensionsOverall: 29 7/8 × 16 15/16 × 10 9/16 in. (75.9 × 43 × 26.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of J. Brian and Varina Eby
Object number73.154.A,.B
Not on view

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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
Object Type
ProvenanceJ. Brian and Varina Eby, Houston; given to MFAH, 1973.

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