Vincennes and Sevres Porcelain: Catalogue of the Collections of the J.Paul Getty Museum (Getty Publications – (Yale))

This catalogue, first published in 1991, documents the collection of Vincennes and Sevres porcelain in the Getty Museum. There are 40 entries describing items such as bowls, vases, wine coolers,plaques as well as a number of cups and saucers. These items were initially collected by J.P. Getty and later by Gillian Watson. A number of pieces have impressive provenances such as the Rothschild family, the Marquise de Pompadour and Louis XVI.While the collection (at time of publication) was limited in number, the quality of the pieces appear exceptional. The pleasure of examining this book is greatly enhanced by the superb clarity and accuracy of the color reproductions and printing quality in general.Each item of porcelain is thoroughly described by Adrian Sassoon. This luxurious product is strongly recommended for porcelain enthusiasts.

I found this books quality of presentation and materials to be of a very high level. The pictures of Vincennes and Sevres pieces are of excellent clarity and quality. The description of each item goes into great detail and covers from two and sometimes 4 pages with Bibliography and Provenance paragraphs for each item. The book gives one an incite and the time to study these wonderful pieces of porcelain art to a degree that is in many ways superior to actually visiting the Museum where they are held. I was very pleased with the purchase