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French 19th Century, Whimsical Rococo Style Marble Carved Planter with Children

$12,450
£9,456.08
€10,876.22
CA$17,395.09
A$19,397.49
CHF 10,120.79
MX$238,014.56
NOK 128,821.48
SEK 122,055.55
DKK 81,173.28
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A fine French 19th century whimsical Rococo style white marble carved planter jardinière with figures of playful Putti 'Children' playing with a goats among trees and vines, raised on twin pedestal stands with acanthus leaves, Paris, circa 1880-1890. Note: We are also offering another one like this, but larger. Please see our 1stDibs inventory. Measures: Height 23 inches (58.4 cm) Width 34 1/2 inches (87.6 cm) Depth 10 3/8 inches (26.4 cm).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 10.38 in (26.37 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo Revival (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880-1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A truly beautiful, very charming and rare planter. Overall condition is very good with some minor chippings and wear consistent with age and use. Minor discoloration and erosion inside the planter. Some fading on the carvings. See images.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A17201stDibs: LU179628532103

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