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Description :
​Magnificent decorative bronze catch-all (or bronze alloy with golden and silvery patina).
France, 2nd half of the 19th Century.

​This exceptional object stands out for its very detailed chasing work and its naturalist motifs typical of the Art Nouveau style.

​Artistic details :
The bowl, with a wavily edged rim evoking a leaf or a soft fabric, is adorned with two finely sculpted birds perched on flowering branches.

​Finish :
Beautiful alternation of patinas (golden bronze, silvery reflections and browned parts) that accentuate the reliefs and the geometric motifs chased inside the bowl.
​Support : The whole rests on an elegant pedestal shaped like roots and leaves.

​Condition :
Very beautiful overall condition, superb ancient patina.

​Features :
​Material : Bronze / Art metal.
​Use : Ideal as a catch-all in an entry, jewelry holder, or simply as a display piece for collectors.
​Style : Art Nouveau / Naturalist.

Weight: ~2Kg