A RARE PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED SÈVRES-STYLE BLUE GROUND PORCELAIN JARDINIÈRES Possibly England, circa 1840-50

each of square form, the inset porcelain tiles decorated with scènes gallantes, sprays of flowers and birds within rocaille and C-scroll cast mounts with bird finials.

Overall in good condition. The bronze with scattered surface scratches, rubbing, areas of discoloration due to surface soiling and oxidation points consistent with age and use. The porcelain plaques are in good condition.3 BIRDS RECAST AND ONE FLOWER MOUNT MISSING TO ONE SIDE.
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A closely related pair of jardinières were acquired at auction at Oxenhams in 1836 by the Regency collector George Bying for Wrotham park.  The present model fitted with Japanese lacquer panels instead of the present ceramic panels, sold Christie's London, Wildenstein sale, December 14, 2005, lot 303 for £ 72,000