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A pair of ormolu-mounted Breche Violette marble covered urns, often referred to as cassolettes, characteristic of Neoclassical or Louis XVI …
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A pair of ormolu-mounted Breche Violette marble covered urns, often referred to as cassolettes, characteristic of Neoclassical or Louis XVI style, likely from the 19th century.
They are predominantly crafted from "Breche Violette" marble, known for its distinct purple to off-white veining, and adorned with "ormolu" (gilt bronze) mounts. The urns feature a classic baluster shape with a domed, removable lid often topped with a decorative finial, such as a foliate ribbon or acorn. This style of decorative urn was particularly popular in France during the late 18th and 19th centuries, notably influenced by the Louis XVI and Empire periods, reflecting a revival of classical aesthetics.
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 8ʺD × 18.5ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Marble
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good for its age. Good for its age. less
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