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French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain
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French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain

19th century
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Late 19th Century, French Bronze Grecian Urn by Auguste Nicholas Cain (1822-1894). The lid with a finial of Hercules with his club over his shoulder and wearing the pelt of the Nemean Lion. The body modelled with a roundel featuring (likely) Hercules in death being carried up to Olympus in a Chariot and winged cherub on one side, the face of probably Minerva, the Goddess who was his protector in life, on the other, all among trailing vines and Greek style designs, signed ‘Cain.’ All set upin three lion paw feet.

Very good condition overall, typical minor age related wear to high points. The top rim of the urn not perfectly round so the lid rim does not seat exactly inside the body, but this does not detract at all from the presentation.

29cm(H) x 23cm(W) x 14cm(D) 3kgs

Physical Dimensions
Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
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Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Lidded Urn to the 19th Century.

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SA644855
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Late 19th Century, French Bronze Grecian Urn by Auguste Nicholas Cain (1822-1894).
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The lid with a finial of Hercules with his club over his shoulder and wearing the pelt of the Nemean Lion.
Vivers Mill Antiques

The body modelled with a roundel featuring (likely) Hercules in death being carried up to Olympus in a Chariot and winged cherub on one side, the face of probably Minerva, the Goddess who was his protector in life, on the other, all among trailing vines and Greek style designs, signed ‘Cain.’ All set upin three lion paw feet.

fig 1. A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet.
fig 1. French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain

Very good condition overall, typical minor age related wear to high points. The top rim of the urn not perfectly round so the lid rim does not seat exactly inside the body, but this does not detract at all from the presentation.

29cm(H) x 23cm(W) x 14cm(D) 3kgs

Height
29cm (11.42")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Vivers Mill Antiques has dated this French Bronze Lidded Urn to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA644855
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36/281
Vivers Mill Antiques
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Archive I A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet.

French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain

Archive II A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet. View II
Archive III A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet. View III
Archive IV A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet. View IV
Archive V A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet. View V
Archive VI A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet. View VI
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A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet.
French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain
Ref: SA644855
A dark patinated French bronze lidded urn featuring ivy leaf reliefs, a relief medallion, horizontal handles, a figurative finial, and claw feet.
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Cassolettes and lidded urns are decorative vessels frequently produced in 19th-century France for mantel garnitures or sideboard displays. Influenced by Neoclassical and Bacchanalian design, these pieces feature intricate relief work, classical motifs, and sculpted finials.

These urns were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand-casting methods before being hand-chased to refine surface details. A chemical patina ranging from deep brown to dark green was applied to protect the metal and highlight relief carvings.

Authentic pieces feature precise hand-chasing, crisp relief details, and smooth, natural patina wear along handles and high points. Foundry marks, signatures, or maker stamps are often incised near the base or rim.

Position a bronze urn on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or bookshelf to serve as a focal point among modern accessories. The dark patinated metal creates contrast against neutral walls and timber surfaces.

Dust the object regularly with a soft dry cloth or a soft bristle brush for carved areas. Avoid liquid polishers or abrasive chemicals, applying a light coat of microcrystalline wax annually to maintain the original patina.
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