Vase (2) - Cast iron - Large Cup-Shaped Craters

Pair of large cast-iron goblet-shaped footed urns – France, 19th century – Artistic Foundry – From a Parisian residence

Description:

An extraordinary pair of large, artistic cast-iron goblet urns from French the second half of the 19th century, authentic decorative elements originally intended to embellish monumental entrances, winter gardens, terraces, staircases, and aristocratic homes.

These important works come from an ancient Parisian residence and perfectly represent the exceptional quality reached by the great French foundries of the 1800s, celebrated throughout Europe for the precision of the casting and the elegance of the ornamental designs.

The entire structure is made of solid cast iron cast in a single block, a feature that gives exceptional robustness and absolute stability. Each piece weighs about 8.2 kg, a testament to the quality of the casting and the thickness of the material used.

The profile recalls the classical goblets of Greco-Roman antiquity reinterpreted in the French neoclassical taste. The upper rim is adorned with a refined decoration of vegetal festoons, while the body, gracefully flared, ends in a substantial acanthus element resting on a fluted stem and a square base.

Particularly fascinating is their original patina, naturally developed over more than a century of history. The vases have been treated exclusively with protective products designed to preserve the iron from natural oxidation, while keeping their authentic appearance and the charm of time intact, with no invasive restorations or modern repainting.

This is a pair with strong scenic impact, ideal in both classic and contemporary interiors, perfect for highlighting entrances, terraces, gardens, greenhouses, verandas, or as important elements of interior design.

Condition is very good and fully consistent with the period. They show normal surface wear and the splendid original patina that attest to their authenticity and history.

Dimensions of each goblet:
Height: 41 cm
Top diameter: 30 cm
Base: 16 × 15 cm
Weight: about 8.2 kg each

Our interior designer architect advises:

This pair of large cast-iron goblet urns represents an exceptionally elegant design solution to enhance grand entrances, porticos, winter gardens, terraces and representative spaces. Their formal balance and noble 19th-century patina allow them to fit naturally into both classic contexts and contemporary architectures, where they become genuine focal points of the space. They are splendid placed beside a monumental fireplace, a staircase, or a significant doorway, and can be used with evergreen plant arrangements or left deliberately empty, turning them into true decorative sculptures with timeless charm. In a prestigious residence, these are the elements that immediately confer character, authority, and a sense of history to the environment.

Photos are an integral part of the description.

We guarantee highly professional packing, performed by specialized staff, with certified materials and carefully protected shipping to ensure that this important pair of urns reaches the new owner in the same condition as today’s offering.