Search 0
9,236  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 40 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
40 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1234504
FOR SALE
£3,500
Email Phone
Save
Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin
For sale by Village Vintage
for sale €4,095     $4,445
£3,500
Village Vintage

Village Vintage

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2023
Browse dealers 27 items
Relevant Links
Id #SA1234504
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

19th century
For Sale by Village Vintage
Description

This exceptional and remarkably rare set of nineteen matching gilt bronze appliques dates from the late 19th century and comes from the renowned Parisian foundry of Poix Blin. Celebrated for producing exceptional quality decorative metalwork, Poix Blin supplied some of the finest cabinet makers and luxury furniture makers of the period, creating exquisite bronze mounts and decorative metalwork for prestigious Parisian interiors and grand properties throughout France.

Each gilt bronze applique displays superb casting and exceptionally fine detail, following an elegant apple and branch design. The remarkable survival of nineteen matching pieces makes this an unusually important and versatile collection of antique French decorative bronze.

Their original purpose may have included use as decorative furniture mounts, where a cabinet maker could incorporate them into an exceptional bespoke piece of furniture. Today, they offer considerable scope for restoration projects, period furniture, or imaginative interior design.

A cabinet restorer could use the appliques to give an important piece of furniture an extraordinary decorative finish, while an interior designer could arrange them as a striking wall installation or decorative feature.

A truly rare collection of late 19th-century French gilt bronze appliques, combining exceptional craftsmanship, provenance, decorative appeal and considerable versatility.

Condition report: Original and untouched, some wonderful patina and colours

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Village Vintage has dated these French Gilt Bronze Appliques to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234504
Description
This exceptional and remarkably rare set of nineteen matching gilt bronze appliques dates from the late 19th century and comes from the renowned Parisian foundry of Poix Blin. Celebrated for producing exceptional quality decorative metalwork, Poix Blin supplied some of the finest cabinet makers and luxury furniture makers of the period, creating exquisite bronze mounts and decorative metalwork for prestigious Parisian interiors and grand properties throughout France.
“
Each gilt bronze applique displays superb casting and exceptionally fine detail, following an elegant apple and branch design.
Village Vintage

The remarkable survival of nineteen matching pieces makes this an unusually important and versatile collection of antique French decorative bronze.

fig 1. A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
fig 1. Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

Their original purpose may have included use as decorative furniture mounts, where a cabinet maker could incorporate them into an exceptional bespoke piece of furniture. Today, they offer considerable scope for restoration projects, period furniture, or imaginative interior design.

fig 2. A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
fig 2. Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

A cabinet restorer could use the appliques to give an important piece of furniture an extraordinary decorative finish, while an interior designer could arrange them as a striking wall installation or decorative feature.

fig 3. A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
fig 3. Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

A truly rare collection of late 19th-century French gilt bronze appliques, combining exceptional craftsmanship, provenance, decorative appeal and considerable versatility.

Condition report: Original and untouched, some wonderful patina and colours

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Village Vintage has dated these French Gilt Bronze Appliques to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234504
Village Vintage
Village Vintage
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Village Vintage Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
1 / 13
Archive I A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.

Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin

Archive II A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View II
Archive III A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View III
Archive IV A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View IV
Archive V A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View V
Archive VI A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View VI
Archive VII A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View VII
Archive VIII A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View VIII
Archive IX A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View IX
Archive X A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View X
Archive XI A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View XI
Archive XII A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View XII
Archive XIII A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief. View XIII
Enlarged Archival View
Village Vintage

Village Vintage
Telephone 07733 374 000
Location
Essex
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/villagevintage
Verified Since Jan 2023
Items For Sale 27
Items Sold 38
Village Vintage
Village Vintage
Verified Since Jan 2023
View Dealer Info
Location: Essex, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/villagevintage
Verified
Jan 2023
For Sale
27
Sold
38
A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
Stunning and Rare Set of 19c Gilt Bronze Appliques by Poix Blin
Ref: SA1234504
A close-up view of nineteenth-century gilt bronze appliques sculpted with apples, leaves, and branches in high relief.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Gilt bronze appliques, often referred to as mounts or embellishments, are decorative metalwork elements cast in bronze and finished with a gold layer. Historically popular in 18th and 19th-century French decorative arts, they were applied to furniture, panelling, or walls to add sculptural detail.

These pieces were typically created using the lost-wax casting technique before being hand-chased to define intricate botanical or figurative details. The gilding process traditionally involved fire-gilding or electroplating to achieve a durable gold surface over the dense bronze alloy.

Authentic 19th-century French bronze mounts display crisp hand-chasing, substantial weight, and natural wear or patination on un-gilded reverse sides. Look for maker stamps or foundry marks cast into the metal, along with historic mounting holes or threaded posts.

Gilt bronze appliques can be mounted inside custom shadow boxes as framed tactile wall art or fitted onto contemporary cabinetry to introduce a historic focal point. Combining detailed gilt metalwork against matte, neutral wall surfaces creates a balanced contrast between antique craftsmanship and modern minimalism.

Maintain gilt bronze by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or camel-hair brush to prevent dust build-up in detailed relief areas. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, metal polishes, or moisture, which can strip historic gilding or cause unwanted oxidisation.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories