Napoleon III Revival Centre Table with Ormolu Plaques from Sèvres

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Superb quality circular centre table in the opulent french napoleon iii taste lavishly mounted in ormolu with intricate scrolling foliate … Read more Superb quality circular centre table in the opulent french napoleon iii taste lavishly mounted in ormolu with intricate scrolling foliate and shell decoration throughout
the top richly inset with multiple sevres-style porcelain plaques
central plaque depicting a romantic classical scene, surrounded by smaller portrait medallions all painted in the manner of 18th century sevres, with deep cobalt blue grounds and gilded borders
these are sevres revival plaques, reflecting the 19th century fascination with louis xv and louis xvi decorative arts
pierced gilt bronze frieze of exceptional detail encircling the top beautiful contrast between the burnished ormolu and the painted porcelain
raised on an ebonised pedestal base with applied ormolu mounts tripod supports with acanthus scrolls and classical detailing
platform base with further gilt mounts and bun feet a highly decorative and collectible piece – combining fine furniture with porcelain artistry ideal as a statement centre table in a grand interior

dimensions are in inches (cm): width x depth x height 43 (109.2) x 43 (109.2) x 34 (86.4) ft See less