Jardinière - Neo-Gothic - Gilt brass - Lions
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Antique Neogothic brass planter from France, dating to 1850–1900, with an oval form supported by lion-foot legs and lion-headed sides with rings, made of gold-toned brass and featuring decorative reliefs and minor signs of use.
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Description from the seller
It is a planter that fully embodies that Neo-Gothic reinterpretation in golden metal, where brass becomes an almost architectural material, worked with an ornate richness that recalls the friezes, corbels, and symbolic creatures of medieval cathedrals. Its oval shape, supported by lion’s paws, conveys a nearly heraldic strength: those tense claws and the feline body serve as support and, at the same time, as an aesthetic statement of power and solemnity.
On the sides, the lions with rings function as true guardians of the object. They are not mere ornaments: their presence reinforces the protective and symbolic character that Neo-Gothic recovered from medieval imagination. The heads, modeled with volume and a firm gesture, contribute drama and a sculptural touch that balances the softness of the main body.
The golden brass, with its warm shine and natural patina, adds depth and an antique air without the need for artifices. The relief decoration—leaves, volutes, and vegetal motifs that curl with elegance—creates a play of light and shadows that brings the surface to life, as if the piece breathed under the light.
Overall, it is a planter that combines medieval fantasy, metallurgical craftsmanship, and decorative presence, a piece that not only serves as a container, but as a protagonist object in any interior.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a planter that fully embodies that Neo-Gothic reinterpretation in golden metal, where brass becomes an almost architectural material, worked with an ornate richness that recalls the friezes, corbels, and symbolic creatures of medieval cathedrals. Its oval shape, supported by lion’s paws, conveys a nearly heraldic strength: those tense claws and the feline body serve as support and, at the same time, as an aesthetic statement of power and solemnity.
On the sides, the lions with rings function as true guardians of the object. They are not mere ornaments: their presence reinforces the protective and symbolic character that Neo-Gothic recovered from medieval imagination. The heads, modeled with volume and a firm gesture, contribute drama and a sculptural touch that balances the softness of the main body.
The golden brass, with its warm shine and natural patina, adds depth and an antique air without the need for artifices. The relief decoration—leaves, volutes, and vegetal motifs that curl with elegance—creates a play of light and shadows that brings the surface to life, as if the piece breathed under the light.
Overall, it is a planter that combines medieval fantasy, metallurgical craftsmanship, and decorative presence, a piece that not only serves as a container, but as a protagonist object in any interior.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1400-1900
Brass type
Gilt brass
Title additional information
Lions
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Model
Neo-Gothic
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
18 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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