Pair of French Neoclassical Marble and Ormolu Urns/Cassolettes AntiqueAdditional Description: A striking and highly decorative pair of French neoclassical urns, executed in richly veined white marble and mounted with ornate gilt bronze (ormolu) embellishments. Each urn features a classical baluster form with domed marble lids, topped by flame finials resting on acanthus collars. The bodies are adorned with finely cast ormolu mounts, including draped floral garlands, ribbon tied swags, and foliate medallions. Elegant
later it was moved to the Borske Sklo company in 1958
revival-inspired aesthetic popular in American silver during the 1920s
Intended to elevate and display decorative or devotional objects such as bronzes
often used to document generations after the wedding date
creating a striking contrast and depth that only genuine tortoiseshell achieves
Era: Late 19th C (Circa 1870-1900)
consistent with late 19th / early 20th-century French production
or statement display piece
and drawing rooms to elevate treasured personal objects and decorative artworks
Visible age-related wear throughout
Gilt composite frame with hanging loop
Smaller-scale examples like this were sometimes removed from larger structures or created for domestic devotional or decorative use
