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Antique 19th century Bristol glass vase decorated with a scene of Cupid leading Cerberus painted en grisaille within neoclassical bands … Read more Antique 19th century Bristol glass vase decorated with a scene of Cupid leading Cerberus painted en grisaille within neoclassical bands of gold. Measures 11 1/4" tall. Good condition. In Greek mythology, Cerberus, often referred to as the hound of Hades, is a multi-headed dog that guards the gates of the Underworld. In 1828 the Danish sculptor Albert Bertel Thorvaldsen created the sculpture titled "Cupid Leading Cerberus" on which the decoration of this vase is based. See less
- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 5ʺD × 11.25ʺH
- Styles
- Empire
- Neoclassical
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Good condition. Good condition. less
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