Centrepiece - Charles X gilded and patinated bronze centerpiece with putti – France, circa 1820–1830 - Gilt bronze, Gold-plated cupids - Centerpiece
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Antique Charles X period centerpiece in gilded and patinated bronze, featuring two dark patinated putti supporting an openwork gilded bronze basket, France, ca. 1820–1830.
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A remarkable and richly executed centerpiece from the French Charles X period, circa 1820–1830.
The composition consists of two beautifully modeled putti in dark patinated bronze, who together carry an elegant, openwork basket in gilded bronze. The refined modeling of the figures and the decorative rendering of the basket testify to high-quality French bronze work from the first quarter of the 19th century.
Particularly striking is the contrast between the warm, lustrous gilded bronze and the deep dark patina of the putti. This interplay of materials and colors gives the whole a pronounced sculptural and luxurious character.
Such centerpieces were intended as prestigious table ornaments for distinguished interiors and formed an important part of French decorative arts during the Restoration period.
An impressive and decorative object that, almost two centuries after its manufacture, still retains its original elegance and appearance.
Period: Charles X, circa 1820–1830
Origin: France
Material: gilded and patinated bronze
Dimensions: approx. 60 × 32 × 23 cm
The photos are part of the description! All our items are viewable in Mora Antiques showroom in Bilzen / Belgium.
A remarkable and richly executed centerpiece from the French Charles X period, circa 1820–1830.
The composition consists of two beautifully modeled putti in dark patinated bronze, who together carry an elegant, openwork basket in gilded bronze. The refined modeling of the figures and the decorative rendering of the basket testify to high-quality French bronze work from the first quarter of the 19th century.
Particularly striking is the contrast between the warm, lustrous gilded bronze and the deep dark patina of the putti. This interplay of materials and colors gives the whole a pronounced sculptural and luxurious character.
Such centerpieces were intended as prestigious table ornaments for distinguished interiors and formed an important part of French decorative arts during the Restoration period.
An impressive and decorative object that, almost two centuries after its manufacture, still retains its original elegance and appearance.
Period: Charles X, circa 1820–1830
Origin: France
Material: gilded and patinated bronze
Dimensions: approx. 60 × 32 × 23 cm
The photos are part of the description! All our items are viewable in Mora Antiques showroom in Bilzen / Belgium.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire Style
Bronze type
Gold-plated cupids, Gilt bronze
Specific region of origin
Paris
Title additional information
Centerpiece
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Model
Charles X gilded and patinated bronze centerpiece with putti – France, circa 1820–1830
Material
Bronze
Style
Antique
Colour
Brown, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
32 cm
Width
60 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
