George III Period Carved Polychrome Painted Gilt Wood Antique Jardinières - A Pair

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From the extraordinary collection of Henry Ford II, we present this exceptionally rare pair of original English George III period … Read more From the extraordinary collection of Henry Ford II, we present this exceptionally rare pair of original English George III period (1760-1820) jardinières!

18th century, England, hand carved and enameled partial gilt wooden jardinière planters, square form with projecting corners, gilded scrolls with acanthus carvings, running ornamentation and rosette medallion, retaining their original metal liners. circa 1775

- PROVENANCE / ACQUISITION:
Property from the Collection of Mrs. Henry Ford II

Ford Inventory number C-10 A&B in red ink to bases.

Acquired from the above owner through the highly reputable auction house Heritage Auctions, Dallas, Texas. 2025 June 5 Furniture & Decorative Arts Signature Auction catalog #8205, lot #61010

- Dimensions: (each)
13.25" Tall x 15.5" Wide x 15.5" Deep
(33.7 x 39.4 x 39.4 cm)

- Condition Report:
Very good original unrestored antique condition. Attractive appearance, with warm mellow patina. Wear commensurate with age and use, including minor nicks, splits and abrasions, water streaks that have faded the green paint throughout time, rubbing to gilt and chippy paint flakes. Ford Inventory number C-10 A&B in red ink to bases.

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