Rich Napoleon III rococo style mirror in gilted bronze

This exceptional monumental vase in porcelain of Paris, conceived in the spirit of the Sèvres Manufactory’s productions, is quite characteristic of the Napoleon III style . The long neck of the shape is extremely rare, as well as the gilt bronzes’ richness of ornamentation. Its dimensions and its important bronze mount indicate a ceremonial piece, of supreme luxury, comparable to those the Manufactory exhibited at the World's Fairs. Evoking the aristocratic art of the Ancien Regime in many ways, this vase pays tribute to the refinements of the 18th century, and could have been commissioned to decorate the mansion of a 19th century personality. Indeed, the “Celestial blue” background, embellished with gold arabesques, is characteristic of the porcelains from the Royal Manufactory of Vincennes as early as 1753, which became the Sèvres Manufactory. It is a famous blue, difficult to obtain, which served to decorate the first service delivered to Louis XV. The lively shapes of the bronze base also evoke the art of the ornamentalists in Louis XV’s time, such as Jean-Claude Duplessis or Gouthiere, who were in charge of drawing gilt bronze mounts for China porcelain. The bronze mount of our vase is hence very close to the Duplessis’ ornementations. The two espagnolettes, with sheathed busts of women...

Piece of woodwork in the Napoleon III style made in the 19th century in carved walnut wood from the living room of a Parisian mansion. This piece of paneled furniture includes a mirror fireplace...

Large wrought iron gate in the Napoleon III style.

This beautiful clock was made out of porcelain and gilded bronze during Napoleon III period. The porcelain dial indicates the hours with Roman numerals. It is decorated with gilded r...

These blue and pink chandeliers are made in gilt bronze and porcelain and form a very special pair, characteristic of the decorative art under Napoleon III in late 19th century. The ...

Napoleon III style Fleur de pêcher marble mantel. Fleur de Pêcher marble is a historic marble, used a lot during the 19th century to make exceptional works of art. For example the ex...

A rare and highly unusual carved wood, gesso and gilded mirror frame in the full French Napoleon III style. The gilded frame itself is totally decorated with cartouches and is furthe...

Pretty mirror in gilded wood of Napoleon 3 era. Mirror in the shape of a medallion has foliage and ribbon on the corners. Around the oval mercury mirror, friezes richly garnished wit...

A Gilt Napoleon III Rectangular Mirror

A large Napoleon III antique mirror in parcel gilt, the bound laurel border to the frame is picked out in cream, as are the fine beads whi...

Magnificent Rococo wall mirror, Napoleon III Ornate and gilded wall mirror. Napoleon III Rocaille body framed with rich rococo carving. Rocaille-shaped mirror frame with flowers ...

A fine and impressive Napoleon III gilt bronze and ebony bevelled mirror. French, circa 1850. A fine and impressive Napoleon III gilt bronze and ebony bevelled mirror with cast...