Pair of Antique Art Nouveau Hand Blown Glass Cornucopia Vases With Gilt Bronze Hands

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Pair of Antique Hand Blown Glass Cornucopia Vases with Gilt Bronze Hands

Dimensions: 7.75” H x 7.5” W x 5” … Read more Pair of Antique Hand Blown Glass Cornucopia Vases with Gilt Bronze Hands

Dimensions: 7.75” H x 7.5” W x 5” D (each)

Description:

This striking pair of antique decorative vases features hand blown glass cornucopias cradled by elegantly sculpted gilt bronze hands. The glass vessels, with rounded rims, exhibit the delicate irregularities characteristic of early glassblowing techniques. Each cornucopia is mounted on a rectangular slab of Carrara marble, adding a refined neoclassical contrast to the organic forms.

Condition:

- Glass: No visible cracks or chips; excellent condition for age.

- Gilt Bronze Hands: Expected wear with gilt loss in areas; one hand exhibits minor damage to the fingers (see photos).

- Marble Bases: Stable, with natural veining and minor age-related patina.

Notes:

A rare and whimsical example of 19th-century objet d’art, blending functional vessel design with allegorical sculpture. The gilt hands—symbolizing fortune or abundance—enhance the cornucopia’s traditional association with harvest and prosperity.

Provenance:

European. Comparable examples appear in late Victorian glass and gilt metal assemblages. See less