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A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size
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A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

19th century
For Sale by Loveday Antiques
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A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

French Circa 1820

These tazzas are incredibly finely detailed and of the finest quality throughout. The bases of the tazzas themselves are cast with flowers tied with ribbons and the stem or socles have leaf castings which are extremely naturalistic and not stylised as is more usually the case.

An outspreading mushroom-form knop supports the heavily gadrooned bowl and the rim has a fine egg and dart decoration and a beaded upper edge.

The most outstanding feature of the pieces might be the handles which have beautiful mask form terminals, possibly representing Ceres the goddess of the harvest and plenty, the theme of the decoration overall therefore being abundance, entertaining and food. This suggests that they might originally have been designed to be placed in a dining room or entrance hall as symbols of the generous entertainments provided by the owners of the house.

The handles also feature leaf and scrollwork and the casting is extremely crisp and clear. The bronzes have also attained a very fine patination with plenty of variation in colour and surface interest. The quality of the metalwork suggests a French origin for these wonderful pieces-the French bronziers being the most respected artisans in their field across Europe at this point.

The tazzas stand on double Siena marble plinths, the lower one enclosed by another darted bronze moulding. The marble used for these plinths is extremely striking in its figure and the depth of colours in the veining.

The finest materials were used in the construction of these pieces and they are of outstanding quality of design and execution.

Dimensions

Width 7 1/4 inches - 18.5cm

Height 10 1/2 inches - 27cm

Depth 7 1/4 inches - 18.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Loveday Antiques has dated this French Bronze Marble Tazzas to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242930
Dealers Internal Reference
3005
Dealers Notes

Loveday Antiques is a family run business originally established since 1969 in London.

Now in its second generation, Loveday Antiques specialises in an eclectic mix of 18th to 20th Century European furniture and works of art, with a strong emphasis on quality, uniqueness and colour.

As proud members of BADA & LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antique dealers in the United Kingdom and members of CINOA, the worldwide association for antique dealers you can buy from us with 100% confidence and reassurance as we are committed to upholding and abiding by the strict standards of each association.

Our clients can rest assured that each item is as described and photographed.

All Items are sold with 100% satisfaction 14 day money back guarantee, return delivery will be charged for.

We deliver within the UK for usually between £60-£80 and ship worldwide with professional bespoke crating via air to almost all locations. Please contact us at Loveday Antiques with your full postal address for a very competitive quote.

Delivery within the mainland UK will usually be with 7 to 14 days but please allow up to 28 days. We also ship worldwide with a professional bespoke crating service and large International couriers via air and sea to almost all locations. Please contact us at Loveday Antiques with your full postal address for a very competitive quote.

GOODS

All items listed are in excellent condition having been restored using traditional methods by experienced cabinet makers and polishers keeping the original colour and patina wherever possible.

Please bear in mind you may find the usual markings with antique furniture that are commensurate with age which all add to beauty and uniqueness of the item.

VIEWINGS

We have a reputation for being long established antique dealers in London having had showrooms concurrently running in Islington, Chelsea and Ascot. We have relocated our new showroom, due to London overheads, easily reached between A1 or A10 to just outside of Hertford, Hertfordshire.

We will happily arrange for clients to be collected travelling via train. Local stations being Hertford North, Stevenage and Ware, all being a 10 minute drive from us.

Please contact us for location and appointments.

Telephone: 01438 869 819

Payments accepted are Bank Transfer, Cheque, Major Credit Cards or Cash.

Opening Times

Monday to Saturday 9.00am - 5.30pm Please email or call beforehand to make an appointment.

If outside of these times again please call to make an appointment

We have more than 40 years experience in supplying Antique furniture to the trade, public and interior designers from all parts of the world so please buy with confidence as we have passed the test of time.

Description
A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

French Circa 1820

These tazzas are incredibly finely detailed and of the finest quality throughout.

“
The bases of the tazzas themselves are cast with flowers tied with ribbons and the stem or socles have leaf castings which are extremely naturalistic and not stylised as is more usually the case.
Loveday Antiques
fig 1. A pair of early nineteenth-century French bronze tazzas with scrolled handles resting on square yellow veined marble pedestal bases.
fig 1. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

An outspreading mushroom-form knop supports the heavily gadrooned bowl and the rim has a fine egg and dart decoration and a beaded upper edge.

The most outstanding feature of the pieces might be the handles which have beautiful mask form terminals, possibly representing Ceres the goddess of the harvest and plenty, the theme of the decoration overall therefore being abundance, entertaining and food. This suggests that they might originally have been designed to be placed in a dining room or entrance hall as symbols of the generous entertainments provided by the owners of the house.

fig 2. A pair of early nineteenth-century French bronze tazzas with scrolled handles resting on square yellow veined marble pedestal bases.
fig 2. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

The handles also feature leaf and scrollwork and the casting is extremely crisp and clear. The bronzes have also attained a very fine patination with plenty of variation in colour and surface interest. The quality of the metalwork suggests a French origin for these wonderful pieces-the French bronziers being the most respected artisans in their field across Europe at this point.

fig 3. A pair of early nineteenth-century French bronze tazzas with scrolled handles resting on square yellow veined marble pedestal bases.
fig 3. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

The tazzas stand on double Siena marble plinths, the lower one enclosed by another darted bronze moulding. The marble used for these plinths is extremely striking in its figure and the depth of colours in the veining.

fig 4. A pair of early nineteenth-century French bronze tazzas with scrolled handles resting on square yellow veined marble pedestal bases.
fig 4. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size

The finest materials were used in the construction of these pieces and they are of outstanding quality of design and execution.

Dimensions

Width 7 1/4 inches - 18.5cm

Height 10 1/2 inches - 27cm

Depth 7 1/4 inches - 18.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Loveday Antiques has dated this French Bronze Marble Tazzas to the 19th Century.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242930
Dealers Internal Ref
3005
Loveday Antiques
Loveday Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialist furniture dealers 18th-20th century

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Loveday Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Loveday Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A pair of early nineteenth-century French bronze tazzas with scrolled handles resting on square yellow veined marble pedestal bases.
A Pair of Early 19th Century French Bronze and Marble Tazzas of Particularly High Quality and Large Size
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectUrns & Tazzas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire
  • MaterialBronze, Yellow Marble
  • ColourYellow, Dark Brown
  • MotifsGadrooned rim, Scroll handles, Veined marble plinth, Acanthus leaf base
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 18.5 cm (7 in) x D 18.5 cm (7 in)

FAQs

During the early nineteenth century, French decorative arts were heavily influenced by Neoclassical and Empire styles, drawing inspiration from ancient Roman and Greek artifacts discovered at Pompeii and Herculaneum. Tazzasshallow, wide-rimmed vessels on pedestal feetwere created as decorative showpieces that displayed classical motifs and technical metalworking skill.

These ornaments were typically constructed using cast bronze, which was chased and hand-finished to highlight delicate patterns such as acanthus leaves and gadrooning. The bronze vessels were usually mounted onto carved marble pedestals, such as yellow Siena marble, secured internally with threaded metal rods and nuts.

Authentic period examples exhibit original dark or golden bronze patination, hand-chased surface details, and signs of aged iron or bronze fixing threads beneath the base. Genuine early pieces display natural surface wear, crisp casting definition, and marble plinths with period assembly techniques rather than modern glues or machine threading.

A pair of decorative tazzas works effectively placed symmetrically on a fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or console table. Flanking a central architectural mirror, artwork, or mantel clock creates structural balance and introduces classical proportions to modern living spaces.

Dust the bronze gently with a soft dry cloth or horsehair brush, avoiding chemical cleaners or polishes that strip original patination. Clean marble surfaces with a damp, lint-free cloth and mild diluted soap if necessary, ensuring no acidic substances contact the marble, and seal periodically with microcrystalline wax.
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