Important pair of Napoleon III ewers in chased ormolu with rich relief decoration of stylized foliage, palmette friezes and vine shoots framing a frieze of putti representing the quadrivium (the four mathematical sciences in ancient theory: arithmetic, geometry, music and astronomy). The handle is adorned with a cherub in the round and vine scrolls, ending in a Satyr's head. Each ewer rests on a round base decorated with fluting and vine shoots. Circa: 1870
Condition report: very good condition. Original gilding with light wear.
Delivery
France: 150EUR
Europe: 200EUR
US/Canada/HK: 350EUR
Rest of the world: On request
Europe: 200EUR
US/Canada/HK: 350EUR
Rest of the world: On request
- Reference :
- 2959
- Availability :
- Object available
- Width :
- 23 (cm)
- Height :
- 48 (cm)
- Depth :
- 20 (cm)
- Period:
- 19th century, Napoleon III
- Style:
- Napoleon III
- Materials:
- Gilded bronze
