Lot 203
  • 203

A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE EWERS Paris, circa 1890

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze
  • height 18 1/2 in.
  • 47 cm
each handle cast with a bust of a cupid, the vessels with applied berried vines.

Condition

Applied scrolling vine decoration lacking a few screws. With scattered rubbing, minor oxidation and surface dirt; most rubbing to top of vases and cherub figures. Minor hairline cracks in a few areas; not extensive and inherent ot the piece. In good condition.
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