Pair of French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted lapis lazuli vases

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Description

The two vases date from the early 20th Century, with the lapis lazuli veneer being a later addition. The vases feature large, bulbous bodies which are mounted with twin ormolu handles of acanthus-leaf form leading to scrolls. The handles are joined by beaded ropes and a bow. Each vase features further ormolu mounts, including ormolu banding around the neck, stem and base. The covers of the vases are surmounted by intricate, floral finials in ormolu and the vases stand upon square-form bases with four ormolu bun feet.

The vases embody the refined, sumptuous spirit of French Neoclassical design (also known as Louis XVI style) and would make for truly stunning ornaments for a mantelpiece or console table.

Details

Country of Origin
French
Date of Manufacture
c. 1900
Period
Early 20th Century
Style
Louis XVI, Neoclassical
Material
Lapis Lazuli, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze)
Colour
Blue, Gold

Dimensions

Height
49 cm / 19.3 inches
Width
18 cm / 7.1 inches
Depth
18 cm / 7.1 inches

Reference:
15450

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