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A French Pair of Bronze Lion Jardinieres
O'Keeffe Antiques
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A French Pair of Bronze Lion Jardinieres

19th century
Description

A quality pair of French bronze and copper jardiniere planters with original copper liners, the rectangular shaped platers with lovely lion mask decorative embellishments both sides of jardiniere with ornate gilded scrolling serpentine feet, super original patination.

Dimensions: H: 9"/23cm W: 18"/46cm D: 13"/33cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
22.86cm (9.00")
Width
45.7201cm (18.00")
Depth
33.0201cm (13.00")
Declaration

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Bronze Lion Jardiniere to the 1890s.

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SA264353
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OKA00279
Dealers Notes

We specialise in selling antique chandeliers, antique lighting, French mirrors, antique gilt furniture and unusual decorative items. The business was founded in 1999 by David & Jean O'Keeffe. The shop is based in Chester but supplies clients throughout the UK and abroad.

We deliver our products to the UK, Europe and worldwide using our own professional door-to-door courier service and also a large trusted international courier company. Please call us on 01244 311279 or contact us and we will provide you with delivery information and an individual delivery quote if necessary.

Description
A quality pair of French bronze and copper jardiniere planters with original copper liners, the rectangular shaped platers with lovely lion mask decorative embellishments both sides of jardiniere with ornate gilded scrolling serpentine feet, super original patination.

Dimensions: H: 9"/23cm W: 18"/46cm D: 13"/33cm

Height
22.86cm (9.00")
Width
45.7201cm (18.00")
Depth
33.0201cm (13.00")
Date of Manufacture

O'Keeffe Antiques has dated this French Bronze Lion Jardiniere to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA264353
Dealers Internal Ref
OKA00279
O'Keeffe Antiques
O'Keeffe Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Specialists in retail of antique lighting.

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O'Keeffe Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets.

A French Pair of Bronze Lion Jardinieres

Archive II A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets. View II
Archive III A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets. View III
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Archive V A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets. View V
Archive VI A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets. View VI
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O'Keeffe Antiques

O'Keeffe Antiques
Telephone 01244 311 279 or 07974 277 980
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2 Christleton Road
Boughton
Chester
CH3 5UG
United Kingdom
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O'Keeffe Antiques
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A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets.
A French Pair Of Bronze Lion Jardinieres
Ref: SA264353
A rectangular gilded bronze jardiniere featuring a central raised lion mask motif with scrollwork accents and corner brackets.
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French bronze jardinieres gained widespread popularity in the 19th century as decorative indoor vessels influenced by Empire and Neoclassical styles. They were produced to hold botanical arrangements in formal salons and dining halls.

These pieces were typically cast in heavy bronze or brass using lost-wax or sand-casting methods. Ornamental details were refined by hand-chasing, followed by gilding or patination, often with sheet metal liners fitted inside.

Authentic period bronze exhibits evidence of historical casting techniques, including hand-cut threaded rods, hand-chased relief work, and natural surface oxidisation. The overall weight is substantial compared to hollow modern reproductions.

A bronze jardiniere can be positioned on a sideboard, console, or window sill as a decorative vessel. It functions effectively when filled with potted ferns or orchids, or displayed as a standalone table centrepiece.

Dust the item regularly using a soft, dry lint-free cloth or a natural soft-bristled brush for intricate relief areas. Chemical metal polishes and liquid solvents must be avoided to prevent stripping the original gilding or aged patina.
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