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Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Verde Antico Marble and Ormolu-Mounted Urns

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Pair of antique French neoclassical or Empire Verde Antico marble and ormolu-mounted campagna-form urns. The base is decorated with two-toned ormolu matte and burnished 24-karat gold garlands and emblems depicting the lyre a classical musical instrument. This compliments the body of the urn, which shows ormolu followers of Bacchus, called Maenads, dancing and singing while holding hands, circa 1850.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Diameter: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: 1501239195246
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