Centrepiece - Bronze - Bronze biblical cup

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Bronze decorative bowl with a biblical motif, dating to circa 1850–1900, made in France, 52 cm wide, 30 cm deep, 12 cm high, with two pierced side handles and a central pedestal, featuring a high-relief scene of Moses Saved from the Waters and the inscription MOÏSE SAUVÉ DES EAUX.

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Description from the seller

Bronze cup/plate with biblical decoration

This is a decorative bronze cup (or patinated bronze regule) with two pierced handles, mounted on a central pedestal.

Visible features:

Central high-relief decoration depicting the biblical scene “Moses Saved from the Waters”

Engraved inscription on the lower part: "MOSES SAVED FROM THE WATERS"

Border adorned with a circular decorative frieze

Side pierced handles with stylized vegetal decoration

Circular pedestal

Late 19th century manufacture

Decorative object inspired by Historicist / Neo-Renaissance"

Seller's Story

I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
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Bronze cup/plate with biblical decoration

This is a decorative bronze cup (or patinated bronze regule) with two pierced handles, mounted on a central pedestal.

Visible features:

Central high-relief decoration depicting the biblical scene “Moses Saved from the Waters”

Engraved inscription on the lower part: "MOSES SAVED FROM THE WATERS"

Border adorned with a circular decorative frieze

Side pierced handles with stylized vegetal decoration

Circular pedestal

Late 19th century manufacture

Decorative object inspired by Historicist / Neo-Renaissance"

Seller's Story

I am a seller of a wide range of antiques and collectibles dating from different eras, my items are certified by auctioneers to ensure the reliability of my items.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Bronze biblical cup
Country of Origin
France
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
52 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
510
Objects sold
99.05%
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