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Antique Dual Design Enamelled Turquoise Blue Pair of Cassolettes
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Antique Dual Design Enamelled Turquoise Blue Pair of Cassolettes

19th century
Sold 13 October 2026 · Judy Fox Antiques
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This beautiful pair of brilliant turquoise blue enamelled antique cassolettes are dual purpose, as they are also candle sticks when the top is reversed. They each have a medallion shaped image on each side, depicting a garden scene of Ladies and Gents, as well as a floral spray on the reverse side. The cassolettes are ornately decorated with gilt bronze throughout the piece. There are 2 gilt bronze handles depicting a ram and the body is supported on a round base. This lovely and highly decorative set would make an outstanding feature and accent piece for a wide range of rooms and settings.

Origin: French, C. 1880

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 8.5 cms Deep, 11.5 cms Wide and 25.5 cms in Height

Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these French Ormolu Cassolette Urns to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
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SA1220944
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JF498
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Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

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This beautiful pair of brilliant turquoise blue enamelled antique cassolettes are dual purpose, as they are also candle sticks when the top is reversed.
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They each have a medallion shaped image on each side, depicting a garden scene of Ladies and Gents, as well as a floral spray on the reverse side.
Judy Fox Antiques

The cassolettes are ornately decorated with gilt bronze throughout the piece. There are 2 gilt bronze handles depicting a ram and the body is supported on a round base. This lovely and highly decorative set would make an outstanding feature and accent piece for a wide range of rooms and settings.

Origin: French, C. 1880

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 8.5 cms Deep, 11.5 cms Wide and 25.5 cms in Height

Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated these French Ormolu Cassolette Urns to the 1880s.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220944
Dealers Internal Ref
JF498
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

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Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. SOLD13 OCT 26
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Archive I A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. SOLD13 OCT 26

Antique Dual Design Enamelled Turquoise Blue Pair of Cassolettes

Archive II A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View II
Archive III A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View III
Archive IV A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View IV
Archive V A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View V
Archive VI A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View VI
Archive VII A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View IX
Archive X A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes. View X
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A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes.
Antique Dual Design Enamelled Turquoise Blue Pair of Cassolettes
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A pair of turquoise blue enamelled cassolette urns featuring gilt-bronze ram head handles, flame finials, and painted romantic pastoral vignettes.
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  • ObjectCassolettes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XVI Style
  • MaterialGilt Bronze, Enamel, Metal
  • ColourTurquoise Blue
  • MotifsRam head handles, flame finials, hand-painted vignettes, stepped bases
  • SizeH 25.5 cm (10 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

This pair of Louis XVI style cassolettes from 1880 functions as both decorative urns and candlesticks when the top is reversed. Made from gilt bronze, metal and turquoise blue enamel, the set displays hand-painted romantic pastoral vignettes within medallion shapes, complemented by ornate gilt bronze mounts, ram head handles with rings, flame finials, and stepped round bases. Each piece measures 25.5 cm high, 11.5 cm wide, and 8.5 cm deep. Placement suits a mantelpiece or a display console table within a drawing room or formal dining room, providing a decorative accent inspired by French chateau interiors. The vibrant turquoise glaze contrasts with the polished gold-tone metalwork and intricate bead mouldings framing the central scenes.

FAQs

A cassolette is a small decorative vessel, historically designed with a perforated or removable lid to hold perfumes, incense, or aromatic pastilles. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries in France, these items frequently feature gilt-bronze mounts, porcelain, or champleve enamel bodies.

French cassolettes are typically constructed using cast gilt bronze (ormolu) for the decorative mounts, feet, and handles, combined with hand-painted porcelain or enamel bodies. The metal components were traditionally chased and gilded using fire-gilding techniques.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-chiselled metalwork, natural wear or oxidisation to the gilt surfaces, and precise hand-painted vignettes. Inspecting the underside of the base usually reveals hand-cut threading and square assembly nuts consistent with historical manufacturing methods.

A pair of cassolettes can be displayed symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, marble console table, or sideboard to introduce classical structure and vivid colour. Positioned alongside minimalist artwork or modern mirrors, they provide a contrasting focal point that balances traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Dust surfaces using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush, avoiding liquid polishes or abrasive chemical cleaners that can remove original gilding or damage enamel glazes. Keep the items in a stable environment away from excessive humidity and direct sunlight.
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