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French Empire Bronze Brûle-parfum
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French Empire Bronze Brûle-parfum

19th century
For Sale by Cella
Description

A beautiful and rare early 19th century French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brûle-parfum or pastille burner in the form of a winged figure of Victory standing on a column with extended hands holding a suspended ormolu hanging basket with frett cut foliage design. Triangular base with fine gilt mounts and lion paw feet. Probably French, circa 1820.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Cella has dated this French Empire Perfume Burner to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236020
Dealers Internal Reference
CA1141
Dealers Notes

Based in London, we are dealers in fine decorative antiques from the 18th and 19th centuries. We specialise in this era of enlightenment, neoclassicism and the Grand Tour, with its far reaching influence on style and taste in Britain, Continental Europe and beyond: elegance in the age of Napoleon. Our extensive stock covers all aspects of this period and decorative antiques influenced by the period. We constantly source new, beautiful items and upload to our site regularly. We are first and foremost antique collectors with over thirty years of experience; we only buy what we love and we hope you will too. Additional images can be supplied on request. More items are available on our website http://www.cellantiques.co.uk. We ship worldwide.

Description
A beautiful and rare early 19th century French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brûle-parfum or pastille burner in the form of a winged figure of Victory standing on a column with extended hands holding a suspended ormolu hanging basket with frett cut foliage design. Triangular base with fine gilt mounts and lion paw feet. Probably French, circa 1820.
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Cella has dated this French Empire Perfume Burner to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236020
Dealers Internal Ref
CA1141
Cella
Cella
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in the grand tour and french decorative objects, clocks and furniture, circa 1780-1880.

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Archive I A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet.

French Empire Bronze Brûle-parfum

Archive II A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View II
Archive III A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View III
Archive IV A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View IV
Archive V A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View V
Archive VI A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View VI
Archive VII A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet. View VII
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A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet.
French Empire bronze brûle-parfum
Ref: SA1236020
A French Empire patinated and gilt bronze brule-parfum featuring a winged Victory figure supporting a suspended censer above a triangular base with paw feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPerfume Burners
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialPatinated Bronze, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsWinged Victory figure, Suspended censer bowl, Paw feet, Engine-turned base
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This early 19th-century French Empire brûle-parfum takes the form of a patinated dark brown bronze winged Victory figure standing upon a turned and fluted gilt column. With extended hands, the figure supports a finely fretted gilt bronze hanging censer bowl suspended on delicate chains above a triangular base. The base incorporates applied gilt bronze foliage mounts and stands upon three cast lion paw feet, complemented by an engine-turned rosette pattern on its top surface. Measuring 25 cm high, 12 cm wide, and 11 cm deep, this refined ornamental burner brings classical French styling to a mantelpiece or side table in a traditional interior setting.

FAQs

Originating in early nineteenth-century France, a brule-parfum served as a vessel designed to burn incense, pastilles, or scented oils within aristocratic residences. Designed in the Empire style, these pieces drew heavily on classical Greco-Roman iconography, such as winged Victory figures and classical drapery.

Empire period decorative pieces predominantly featured a combination of patinated dark bronze and gilded bronze, also known as ormolu. Cast brass, hand-chased detailing, and marble bases were also frequently integrated into these constructs.

Authentic pieces generally display precise chasing, substantial weight due to solid metal construction, and original gilding showing subtle wear consistent with age. Look for original hand-cut threaded screws, square nuts, and layered patination rather than modern uniform chemical coatings.

A neoclassical bronze object acts as a sculptural focal point when placed on a fireplace mantelpiece, console table, or desk. Pairing dark patinated bronzes with minimalist modern surfaces creates a contrast between historic metalwork and contemporary architecture.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a soft bristle brush to prevent build-up in detailed chasing. Avoid using liquid chemical polishes, abrasives, or water, as these can strip the original chemical patina and damage gilded surfaces.
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