Pair of large late C19th French Napoleon III period gilt metal wine-coolers of circular form, after �Clodion�.Impressively scaled pair of gilded wine-coolers cast with Bacchus masks and the frieze of the neck with cavorting amorini or cherubs celebrating the wine harvest and cult of Bacchus, god of wine . The cherub-surmounted detachable covers revealing removable zinc-liners for holding chilled wine or champagne bottles . The handles being cast as intertwined grape-vines . The bases cast with two cherub figures filling a basket of grapes , their celebratory musical instruments behind them. In the style of the C18th French sculptor Claude Michel (1738-1814) , known as �Clodion� . In excellent original condition, the gilt having a gently worn surface with a �soft� hue . H 20�W 10�D 10�France c.1870Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place . Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises . Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge . All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons . If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock...