Lefebvre / Arnart Floral Dresden Style Candlestick and Trinket Dish Set
Arnart / Lefebvre (Likely 'Royal Lefebvre' or 'Arnart Imports') · Art & Decor > Fine Porcelain & Collectibles
Era / Decade
1950s-1960s (Mid-Century Japanese Import)
Material
Hand-painted porcelain with applied ceramic floral 'spaghetti' elements and 22k gold gilt trim.
Condition
Fair to Good. Note visible tea-staining/foxing in the dish basin and minor chips to the delicate rose petals which are common for this age.
Demand Level
Moderate (High demand for Shabby Chic enthusiasts, but niche for general collectors).
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$35.00 - $55.00 (Set price)
Estimated Retail Value
$65.00 - $85.00 (Adjusted for modern equivalent inflation)
Comparable Sales
Similar Arnart sets sell for $40-$60 on eBay; single candlesticks often fetch $15-$20 each.
Description
A charming 3-piece vintage vanity set featuring a pair of double-arm candle holders and a matching footed trinket bowl. The set is decorated in the Rococo style with Fragonard-style 'Courting Couple' transfers, hand-applied pink roses, and ornate gold gilding on a white porcelain ground. Elegant Dresden-inspired aesthetic.
Key Features
High visual appeal for 'Grandmillennial' or Shabby Chic decor; 3-piece matching set; delicate 3D floral appliqués; classic 'Courting Couple' motif.
Authenticity Indicators
Typical 'Japan' or 'Arnart' red foil stickers or crossed-sword marks (likely on bottom); High confidence based on petal construction and transfer style.
Flaws to Note
Significant brownish staining in the bowl basin (may require deep cleaning/bleaching); small chips on the tips of the rose petals (typical but reduces value); minor wear to the gold trim on high-contact edges.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (best for vintage decor), eBay (best for global reach), or Poshmark Home.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Dresden Style', 'Rococo', 'Grandmillennial', and 'Applied Roses'. Take close-up photos of the roses to show any damage transparently. Clean the staining in the bowl with a mild oxygen bleach soak before listing to increase value.