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Antique Napoleon III jardinière with an opaline glass bowl set in a gilded bronze mount, circa 1880–1900, in rocaille-inspired antique style.
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Antique Napoleon III Jardinière – Opaline bowl with gilded mount – ca. 1880–1900
A particularly elegant and decorative 19th-century side jardinière from the Napoleon III period, manufactured around the end of the 19th century.
This refined centerpiece combines a graceful opaline bowl with a richly worked gilded metal mount in Rococo/Rocaille style.
Description
The bowl is made of white opaline (milk glass) with a beautifully undulating, sculpted edge.
The interior is hand-painted with fine floral motifs in gold and subtle pink accents — typical of the transition from Napoleon III to early Art Nouveau influences.
The mount is richly decorated with:
Openwork Rocaille foot
Acantus leaves
Floral and scroll ornamentation
Elegant handle with foliate motifs
The central rosette in the bowl is decorative and adds depth to the whole.
Period
Napoleon III / Belle Époque
Ca. 1880 – 1900
A typical salon object originally used as:
Flower bowl
Table centerpiece
Decorative piece on a dresser or coffee table
Dimensions
Height: 31 cm
Width: 25 cm
Depth: 26 cm
Weight: 1.68 kg
Beautifully harmonious size — large enough to be present without appearing bulky.
Condition
In good antique condition.
No cracks or fractures in the glass
Normal signs of aging and slight discolorations appropriate to the age
Gilding with authentic patina
Light signs of use visible on the underside
The signs enhance the character and authenticity of the piece.
Why this piece is interesting
Original 19th-century production
Combination of opaline and gilded mount
Rich Rocaille detailing
Decorative and functional
Perfect in a classical, eclectic, or French-inspired interior
A charming and stylish object that immediately adds atmosphere.
Antique Napoleon III Jardinière – Opaline bowl with gilded mount – ca. 1880–1900
A particularly elegant and decorative 19th-century side jardinière from the Napoleon III period, manufactured around the end of the 19th century.
This refined centerpiece combines a graceful opaline bowl with a richly worked gilded metal mount in Rococo/Rocaille style.
Description
The bowl is made of white opaline (milk glass) with a beautifully undulating, sculpted edge.
The interior is hand-painted with fine floral motifs in gold and subtle pink accents — typical of the transition from Napoleon III to early Art Nouveau influences.
The mount is richly decorated with:
Openwork Rocaille foot
Acantus leaves
Floral and scroll ornamentation
Elegant handle with foliate motifs
The central rosette in the bowl is decorative and adds depth to the whole.
Period
Napoleon III / Belle Époque
Ca. 1880 – 1900
A typical salon object originally used as:
Flower bowl
Table centerpiece
Decorative piece on a dresser or coffee table
Dimensions
Height: 31 cm
Width: 25 cm
Depth: 26 cm
Weight: 1.68 kg
Beautifully harmonious size — large enough to be present without appearing bulky.
Condition
In good antique condition.
No cracks or fractures in the glass
Normal signs of aging and slight discolorations appropriate to the age
Gilding with authentic patina
Light signs of use visible on the underside
The signs enhance the character and authenticity of the piece.
Why this piece is interesting
Original 19th-century production
Combination of opaline and gilded mount
Rich Rocaille detailing
Decorative and functional
Perfect in a classical, eclectic, or French-inspired interior
A charming and stylish object that immediately adds atmosphere.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
1680 g
Bronze type
Gilt bronze
Over 200 years old
No
Country of Origin
France
Material
Opaline, Bronze
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
31 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
Circa 1900
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