Bidspirit auction | A PAIR OF FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL


A PAIR OF FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL PATINATED AND GILT-BRONZE EWERS, 19TH CENTURY - A pair of French Neoclassical patinated and gilt-bronze decorative ewers, 19th century. Each of elongated ovoid form, the dark patinated body applied with gilt-bronze bands of stylized floral ornament, raised on a spreading circular socle and square plinth. The tall handles are elaborately modeled with classical female mask terminals beneath anthemion and fleur-de-lis motifs, providing a striking contrast between the dark bronze and gilt highlights. Dimensions: H: 17 1/4 in., (44 cm.) Condition: Good condition with expected surface wear, scratches and variations to the patina. Tarnishing and wear to the gilt-bronze details. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.