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19th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Style Porcelain Urns, a Pair

$3,500per set
£2,618.77per set
€3,039.29per set
CA$4,873.32per set
A$5,481.40per set
CHF 2,843.08per set
MX$66,493.41per set
NOK 36,048.62per set
SEK 33,923.77per set
DKK 22,673.98per set
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An exceptional matching pair of exhibition quality bisque porcelain urns / vases, very fine French work, elegant Louis XVI style, finished with luxurious Neoclassical taste, the magnificent, richly decorated ovoid form antique urns / vases adorned in sumptuous finely gilded, chiseled and chased ormolu mounts. Made in France in the late 19th century, having shaped rope twist handles rising above classical female mask mounts decorating the sides, bands of decadent gold-tone gilded bronze floral garland and ribbon draped laurel swags flanked by exuberant scallop-shell running ornamentation, complementing the matte white color of the bisque porcelain. The waisted neck and slightly flared rim with simple decoration, the waisted pedestal base ornamented with stylized acanthus leaves in gilt bronze, leading to a cavetto square white marble socle encircled with stepped scrolling foliate festoon ornamental gilt bronze capped circular foot, green felt verso. France, likely Paris, circa 1880 Dimensions: (each / approx) 16.5" high; base: 4.5" wide, 4.5" deep Overall: 8" wide, 6" deep  Provenance: Acquired from an important private collection, Heritage Auction, Dallas, Texas. Condition: Excellent quality, craftsmanship, detailing, and condition. Superb presentation. Elegantly aged, lightly patinated, typical expected age appropriate wear including slight rubbing to gilding. Overall in exceptional shape, stunning, yet restrained and unpretentious, the perfect finishing touch on your fireplace mantel, console, or entry table, sure to add sophisticated elegance, refined decadence and timeless style to any space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent quality, craftsmanship, detailing, and condition. Superb presentation. Elegantly aged, lightly patinated, typical expected age appropriate wear including slight rubbing to gilding.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226134552

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