Large Black Ceramic and Bronze Vase, 1880

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Large black ceramic vase, neoclassical style with gilt bronze handles, late 19th century.
An elegant baluster-shaped vase in deep black … Read more Large black ceramic vase, neoclassical style with gilt bronze handles, late 19th century.
An elegant baluster-shaped vase in deep black glass, resting on a finely chased square gilt bronze base. The mount features a rich, antique-inspired decoration: beaded friezes, acanthus leaves, and gadrooned motifs. The two side handles, sculpted with vegetal scrolls, bring harmonious balance to the whole. The contrast between the dark sheen of the body and the warmth of the gilt bronze gives the object a refined and timeless presence. See less