Vase (2) - Brass - Pair of shell-shaped vases.
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Pair of obus vases in brass with decorative scrollwork and vegetal motifs, in the Napoleon III antique style dating to the late 19th century (circa 1850–1900), each 30.5 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12 cm deep, originating from Belgium and showing a patinated finish with some oxidation and age-related wear.
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Description from the seller
Elegant pair of so-called "obus vases" in gold-brass with rich decorated ornamentation, resting on finely worked pierced bases.
The side handles sculpted with vegetal and stylized motifs give the whole a refined decorative character, typical of the Napoleon III style of the late 19th century.
The cylindrical body features a beautiful old patina, attesting to their authenticity and age.
-Characteristics:
• Type: Pair of obus vases
• Era: Late 19th century
Style: Napoleon III
• Materials: Brass and regulus
• Decor: Floral motifs, Rocaille, and sculpted handles
• Manufacture: Antique workmanship, probably European
Dimensions:
Height: 30.5 cm
• Width: 18 cm
• Depth: 12 cm
-Marks and peculiarities:
Elegant pair of so-called "obus vases", in brass
The side handles sculpted with vegetal and stylized decoration give the whole a refined decorative character, typical of the Napoleon III style of the late 19th century.
The cylindrical body features a beautiful old patina, testifying to their authenticity and age.
Features:
• Type: Pair of obus vases
• Style: Napoleon III
• Materials: Brass and regulus
Decor: Floral motifs, Rocaille and sculpted handles
• Manufacture: Antique workmanship, probably European
Dimensions:
• Height: 30.5 cm
• Width: 18 cm
Depth: 12 cm
—Marks and peculiarities:
Presence of engraved marks under the base
• Inscriptions
Indeed, in decorative arts, it was common to apply old or exotic marks to confer prestige to the object, even if this did not correspond to the actual date of manufacture
Condition:
Good overall condition considering age
• Beautiful patina on brass
Oxidation and wear traces
Some deposits and marks under the bases
Object not tested for watertightness → decorative use recommended
Elegant pair of so-called "obus vases" in gold-brass with rich decorated ornamentation, resting on finely worked pierced bases.
The side handles sculpted with vegetal and stylized motifs give the whole a refined decorative character, typical of the Napoleon III style of the late 19th century.
The cylindrical body features a beautiful old patina, attesting to their authenticity and age.
-Characteristics:
• Type: Pair of obus vases
• Era: Late 19th century
Style: Napoleon III
• Materials: Brass and regulus
• Decor: Floral motifs, Rocaille, and sculpted handles
• Manufacture: Antique workmanship, probably European
Dimensions:
Height: 30.5 cm
• Width: 18 cm
• Depth: 12 cm
-Marks and peculiarities:
Elegant pair of so-called "obus vases", in brass
The side handles sculpted with vegetal and stylized decoration give the whole a refined decorative character, typical of the Napoleon III style of the late 19th century.
The cylindrical body features a beautiful old patina, testifying to their authenticity and age.
Features:
• Type: Pair of obus vases
• Style: Napoleon III
• Materials: Brass and regulus
Decor: Floral motifs, Rocaille and sculpted handles
• Manufacture: Antique workmanship, probably European
Dimensions:
• Height: 30.5 cm
• Width: 18 cm
Depth: 12 cm
—Marks and peculiarities:
Presence of engraved marks under the base
• Inscriptions
Indeed, in decorative arts, it was common to apply old or exotic marks to confer prestige to the object, even if this did not correspond to the actual date of manufacture
Condition:
Good overall condition considering age
• Beautiful patina on brass
Oxidation and wear traces
Some deposits and marks under the bases
Object not tested for watertightness → decorative use recommended
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
0 g
Title additional information
Pair of shell-shaped vases.
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Belgium
Material
Brass
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30.5 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
12 cm
Diameter
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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