Lot 199
  • 199

A pair of gilt-bronze mounted cut glass campana urns in Empire style

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

Description

  • glass, bronze
  • 52cm high; 1ft. 8½in.
with a beaded egg and dart collar faceted and trellis body scrolled handles terminating in a rams mask trumpet foot cross-hatched plinth and leaf carved square base; formerly fitted for electricity

Condition

Overall in good condition. The brass mounts tarnished and would benefit from a clean according to taste. Fitted for electricity but will need rewiring using a professional electrician.
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