Jacob Petit (France) ceramic clocks

Jacob Mordecai, who later became known as Jacob Petit, was born in Paris in 1796 and after studying art, was employed by the porcelain factory at Sèvres as a painter in 1822.

With his brother Mardochée he bought a porcelain factory in Fontainebleau in 1830, which he named using his own first name and his wife's last name of Petit, creating the name by which he became known. He later opened a workshop in Paris. By 1839 Jacob Petit employed about 200 craftsmen and was enjoying great success.

He manufactured decorative ornamental items such as statuettes, inkwells, vases, perfume more... bottles and clocks, and for decoration he favoured light colours such as pale pink, light green and mauve, together with black and gold for contrast.

Much of his output were copies of pieces by well known makers such as Sevres and Meissen. Many items were unmarked; those that were marked had the initials "JP" painted to the base in cobalt blue.

He died in Paris in 1868. less...

Jacob Petit was a French porcelain manufacturer who lived from 1796 to 1865. He was born into a family of porcelain makers, and in 1826, he founded his own porcelain factory in Paris. The factory was located on Rue de Bondy and produced a wide variety of porcelain objects, including decorative vases, figurines, and tableware.

Jacob Petit porcelain is known for its bright colours, intricate designs, and high-quality craftsmanship. The factory produced porcelain pieces in a variety of styles, including Rococo, Neoclassical, and Renaissance Revival. Some of the most popular designs featured floral motifs, animals, and mythological figures.

One more... of the unique features of Jacob Petit porcelain was the use of a special type of enamel paint that allowed for more vibrant and varied colours than were previously possible. The factory also experimented with new techniques, such as using multiple molds to create more complex figurines.

Jacob Petit porcelain was highly sought after during the 19th century and was exported to other countries, including the United States. Although Jacob Petit's factory closed in 1862, the influence of his designs and techniques can still be seen in contemporary porcelain production. Many modern porcelain makers continue to use vibrant colors and intricate designs inspired by Jacob Petit's work. less...