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An Impressive French Napoleon III Style Gilt Bronze Surtout de Table, Circa 1900

About the Item

Surtout de table are ornamental French trays, designed to be placed on a dining table as a centerpiece for formal occasions. Our Napoleon III-style surtout de table, which dates to circa 1900, would make an impressive addition to any dining table. Measuring over 50 inches long and 32 inches wide, this surtout de table features a large piece of shaped glass encircled by an animated scene of a putti hunting party. In each corner of the frame is a pair of gilt bronze putti, facing in opposing directions, armed with a spear. All the cherubs are resting on curled leaves that emerge from a pierced, segmented console. The foliage, which has a fluted ground, continues around the frame, enhancing the sinuosity of the mirror. Depth is added in the form of the numerous gilt bronze hunting dogs that are giving chase to scattered wolves and deer. Some of the hounds are actively engaged with their prey, who really stand out due to their patinated bronze chocolate color. The result is a beautiful gilt bronze surtout de table that would enhance any dinner party or formal gathering.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.125 in (18.1 cm)Width: 50.5 in (128.27 cm)Depth: 32.25 in (81.92 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Evidence of small touchups to the gilding. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition. Light loss of silvering to glass, which is a desired trait. Minor rubs to bronze, with very light loss of gilding. Slight traces of old gilding touchups.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 325-211stDibs: LU906344034782

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