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Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu

19th century
Description

Elegant pair of French antique cassolettes or marble urns

Love the colour and tone of the marble in cream with flecks of burnt orange and sand colours

Great pair of classical amphora form, highly decorative and collectable

Features original ormolu fixtures including pineapple finials and encrusted floral sashes

Circa 1880 on this pair in the Empire manner

Purchased from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets Cassolettes urns are elegant vessels with origins in ancient times, popularized during the Renaissance.

The term "cassolette" refers to the small, lidded structure, providing a stylish means of dispersing pleasant fragrances.

Over the centuries, cassolettes have evolved into prized decorative pieces, appreciated for their aesthetic appeal and historical significance.

Offered in great shape ready for home use

Can ship to anywhere in the world please get in touch for a shipping quote

Viewings by appointment possible please get in touch the Canonbury Antiques showroom is in Hertfordshire / North London

Physical Dimensions
Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

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SA1073233
Description
Elegant pair of French antique cassolettes or marble urns

Love the colour and tone of the marble in cream with flecks of burnt orange and sand colours

Great pair of classical amphora form, highly decorative and collectable

fig 1. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu
fig 1. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu

Features original ormolu fixtures including pineapple finials and encrusted floral sashes

Circa 1880 on this pair in the Empire manner

Purchased from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques markets Cassolettes urns are elegant vessels with origins in ancient times, popularized during the Renaissance.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 2. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu
fig 2. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu

The term "cassolette" refers to the small, lidded structure, providing a stylish means of dispersing pleasant fragrances.

Over the centuries, cassolettes have evolved into prized decorative pieces, appreciated for their aesthetic appeal and historical significance.

fig 3. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu
fig 3. Pair French Marble Urns Antique Cassolette Ormolu

Offered in great shape ready for home use

Can ship to anywhere in the world please get in touch for a shipping quote

Viewings by appointment possible please get in touch the Canonbury Antiques showroom is in Hertfordshire / North London

Height
47cm (18.50")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1073233
Canonbury Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2021

London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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