Pair Antique French Blue Opaline Urns With Ormolu Mounts Cherub Finials Eagle Handles 19th Century

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A refined and elegant pair of antique French turquoise blue opaline urns, richly mounted in gilt bronze (ormolu), dating to … Read more A refined and elegant pair of antique French turquoise blue opaline urns, richly mounted in gilt bronze (ormolu), dating to the Second Empire period, circa 1860–1885.

These beautifully proportioned urns feature clawfoot bases, eagle-form handles, scrolling bronze detail, and lidded covers topped by cherub-form finials. The opaline glass displays a soft, luminous glow that is characteristic of high-quality French production, paired with finely chased Parisian gilt bronze (bronze doré) mounts.

Perfectly scaled for a mantel, buffet, or console, this striking pair offers timeless presence and classic French sophistication. Pieces of this quality were created for the Paris decorative arts trade and were intended as statement objects within refined interiors.

DETAILS
-Antique French opaline glass urns (pair)
-Second Empire period, circa 1860–1885
-Turquoise blue opaline glass
-Gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts
-Lidded covers topped by cherub-form finials
-Sold as a matching pair
-Similar pieces on the market have been attributed to Baccarat or Saint-Louis (and likely sold in the elite 19th Century Palais Royal, Paris), but I am selling this as unmarked as I do not have documentation and I do not see a signature.

DIMENSIONS
Measures approximately 15.5" tall to the top of the cherubs (with the lids on) and approximately 13.25" tall without the lids. From eagle handle to eagle handle, it is approximately 6.5". The depth is approximately 4.625". I don't see any chips or cracks or repairs.

These are antique treasures and show age-appropriate wear consistent with their history. Please review all photographs carefully, and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing. See less