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Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière Attributed to F. Barbedienne

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Monumental Chinese cloisonné enamel ormolu mounted jardinière Chinese and French, Late 19th Century Height 105cm, diameter 71cm This magnificent piece is a large ormolu mounted cloisonné enamel jardinière, consisting of a Chinese enamel central element, exported to France and adorned with gilt-bronze mounts, which are attributed to the renowned and leading bronzier Ferdinand Barbedienne. With the body decorated with flowers and butterflies against a rich blue ground, the exceptional metalwork mounts consists of a pierced ormolu rim with a pineapple elements, and a lavish, heavy, and grand base, consisting of four legs in the form of 'Foo' winged-lions. Combination pieces such as these proved immensely popular in the late nineteenth century, indeed there is a strong tradition of European metalworkers adorning and embellishing Chinese wares they found particularly appealing with inventions and designs of their own. As such, this piece is a superb global combination of 19th century crafts, bringing together beautiful Chinese enamel wares with magnificent French gilt bronze.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.34 in (105 cm)Diameter: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Ormolu,Cloissoné
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: N-00081stDibs: LU95633520642

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