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French Empire Style Marble & Gilt Bronze Urns
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French Empire Style Marble & Gilt Bronze Urns

19th century
Description

A magnificent pair of Napoleon III Rouge du Languedoc marble and gilt bronze mounted urns in the Empire style. The beaded gilt rims above campana shaped vases decorated with a frieze of dancing maidens and vine leaves, above a pair of handles with reeded acanthus leaf decorated collar and fluted socle. The square stepped bases decorated with alternating harp & laurel wreath motifs, standing on turned reeded feet.

Two pairs, near identical, can be seen in the collection of the Royal Pavilion, Brighton.

Height 21” (53.5cm)

Width 9” (23cm)

Depth 9” (23cm)

French

Circa 1870

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The frieze decoration based on the Claude Galle ormolu mounted urn shown in ‘Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Pröschel, “Vergoldete Bronzen”, 1986, p. 364, pl. 5.12.8.

Physical Dimensions
Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these French Empire Marble Urns to the 1870s.

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SA1232343
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4199
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Description
A magnificent pair of Napoleon III Rouge du Languedoc marble and gilt bronze mounted urns in the Empire style.
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The beaded gilt rims above campana shaped vases decorated with a frieze of dancing maidens and vine leaves, above a pair of handles with reeded acanthus leaf decorated collar and fluted socle.
Tim Saltwell Antiques

The square stepped bases decorated with alternating harp & laurel wreath motifs, standing on turned reeded feet.

fig 1. A pair of French Empire style red marble urns featuring gilded bronze classical figure reliefs and mounted on square marble pedestals with lyre details.
fig 1. French Empire Style Marble & Gilt Bronze Urns

Two pairs, near identical, can be seen in the collection of the Royal Pavilion, Brighton.

Height 21” (53.5cm)

Width 9” (23cm)

Depth 9” (23cm)

French

Circa 1870

Please email or phone for any further details regarding delivery/postage quotes.

The frieze decoration based on the Claude Galle ormolu mounted urn shown in ‘Hans Ottomeyer and Peter Pröschel, “Vergoldete Bronzen”, 1986, p. 364, pl. 5.12.8.

Height
53.5cm (21.06")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Tim Saltwell Antiques has dated these French Empire Marble Urns to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1232343
Dealers Internal Ref
4199
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Tim Saltwell Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018

Specialists in 19th century english & continental furniture

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Archive I A pair of French Empire style red marble urns featuring gilded bronze classical figure reliefs and mounted on square marble pedestals with lyre details.

French Empire Style Marble & Gilt Bronze Urns

Archive II A pair of French Empire style red marble urns featuring gilded bronze classical figure reliefs and mounted on square marble pedestals with lyre details. View II
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A pair of French Empire style red marble urns featuring gilded bronze classical figure reliefs and mounted on square marble pedestals with lyre details.
French Empire Style Marble & Gilt Bronze Urns
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A pair of French Empire style red marble urns featuring gilded bronze classical figure reliefs and mounted on square marble pedestals with lyre details.
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French Empire style decorative urns emerged in the early nineteenth century, drawing heavy influence from Greco-Roman classical architecture and motifs. They typically feature symmetrical silhouettes, marble bases, and chased gilt bronze mounts depicting classical mythology, lyres, or botanical elements.

Traditional garniture urns were constructed using carved natural marbles, such as Rouge Griotte or Vert Antique, paired with gilt bronze mounts. The bronze components were cast via lost-wax techniques and hand-chiselled before gilding.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit gilded bronze with natural age patina in recessed areas, hand-chiselled details on mounts, and cast iron or brass threaded rods securing the internal structure. Heavy weight and hand-cut threads on square assembly nuts are key indicators of age.

Gilt bronze and marble urns function as focal points when displayed symmetrically on a dining sideboard, fireplace mantelpiece, or console table. Placing them against neutral contemporary backdrops highlights their classical form and metallic finishes without overwhelming the room.

Dust bronze mounts gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent accumulation in detailed chasing. Clean marble surfaces using a damp cloth with pH-neutral soap, avoiding acidic cleaners that damage marble or harsh polishes that strip gilding.
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