Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit

This candle holder by renowned porcelain manufacturer Jacob Petit is extravagantly designed in the form of a majestic peacock. Petit owned one of the most important and well-known porcelain factories in France, becoming one of the major producers of Rococo ornamental ware during the 1830s. Standing upon a green ground base and gilt lion feet, this candle holder reveals the decorative genius of Petit's porcelain creations.

Features blue "J.P." monogram mark

Circa 1835

6 5/8" wide x 4 7/8” deep x 7 1/4” high