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Antique French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Jardiniere with Pierced Insert

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:20.00 USD Estimated At:50.00 - 200.00 USD
Antique French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Jardiniere with Pierced Insert
This elegant French Art Nouveau jardiniere exhibits all the hallmarks of the period's flowing organic design. Cast in gilt bronze, the piece features ornately scrolling handles, paw feet, and raised relief floral and foliate decoration across its body. A central cartouche on both front and back is framed with flowing curves, acanthus details, and a crest-like crown formed from stylized natural motifs, showcasing superb craftsmanship and design fluidity typical of the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The surface has developed a richly aged verdigris patina that enhances the intricate relief work and contrasts beautifully with the remaining warm gold gilding. Inside, the piece retains its original removable pierced bronze liner, designed for drainage and air circulation - a functional yet decorative feature often lost over time.

Issued: Late 19th to early 20th century
Dimensions: 10"L x 4.5"W x 4.5"H

Condition: Age related wear.