West Palm Beach, FL
Details
- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 3ʺD × 4ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XV
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Good Wear consistent with age and use. less
- Description
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Diminutive Louis XV ormolu & patinated bronze cachepot*
France, of period Louis XV (1715-1744) or older
A subtle, magnificent casting, … more Diminutive Louis XV ormolu & patinated bronze cachepot*
France, of period Louis XV (1715-1744) or older
A subtle, magnificent casting, of cachepot form, with ormolu shell and acanthus motif, with patinated cartouche, supported by four ormolu stylized acanthus feet.
The bottom pierced with five circular 'drainage' holes.
The interior measures 2-inch square x 2.5 -inch high
* This object which we describe as a 'Cachepot' which is perfect for a specimen succulent or any diminutive plant, originally might have been part of an inkwell or even a perfume burner.
The density of the casting and the quality of this work is exemplary example, the five 'drainage' holes executed from inception, denote a specific 18th century use and purpose.
Ready to place and use. less
West Palm Beach, FL
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