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Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880
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for sale €2,048     $2,223
£1,750
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    Lovatt antiques have been established for over 35 years we are located in staffordshire and specialise in quality.
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Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880

19th century
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Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880

A very fine antique French table planter, dating to circa 1880, featuring an elegant serpentine-shaped body beautifully decorated with exquisite crossbanded tulipwood and kingwood veneers. The lighter tulipwood contrasts superbly with the rich, darker kingwood, creating a striking decorative effect that showcases the quality of the craftsmanship.

The planter is further enhanced by high-quality gilt bronze mounts, including elegant carrying handles and a decorative pierced gallery, adding a touch of French elegance and sophistication. The removable domed lid lifts to reveal the original metal liner, retaining an important element of its original construction and character.

43cm wide x 29cm deep 18cm tall

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
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Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Table Jardiniere to the 19th Century.

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SA1241404
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Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880
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A very fine antique French table planter, dating to circa 1880, featuring an elegant serpentine-shaped body beautifully decorated with exquisite crossbanded tulipwood and kingwood veneers.
Andrew Lovatt Antiques

The lighter tulipwood contrasts superbly with the rich, darker kingwood, creating a striking decorative effect that showcases the quality of the craftsmanship.

fig 1. A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub.
fig 1. Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880

The planter is further enhanced by high-quality gilt bronze mounts, including elegant carrying handles and a decorative pierced gallery, adding a touch of French elegance and sophistication. The removable domed lid lifts to reveal the original metal liner, retaining an important element of its original construction and character.

43cm wide x 29cm deep 18cm tall

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
29cm (11.42")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Lovatt Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Table Jardiniere to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241404
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Andrew Lovatt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

Lovatt antiques have been established for over 35 years we are located in staffordshire and specialise in quality.

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Andrew Lovatt Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub.

Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880

Archive II A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View IX
Archive X A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub. View X
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A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub.
Antique French Kingwood & Tulipwood Table Planter with Gilt Bronze Mounts, Circa 1880
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A late 19th-century French serpentine table jardiniere constructed from kingwood and tulipwood parquetry, featuring gilt bronze mounts and a central oval hand-painted porcelain medallion depicting a cherub.
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  • ObjectJardinieres
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Chateau
  • MaterialKingwood, Tulipwood, Gilt Bronze, Porcelain
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsParquetry veneer, Pierced gallery rim, Gilt bronze mounts, Cherub porcelain medallion
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 29 cm (11 in)

This antique French table planter, dating to the nineteenth century in the French Chateau style, consists of a serpentine body formed from warm brown kingwood and tulipwood parquetry veneers. The design incorporates a removable domed lid bordered by a pierced gilt bronze gallery rim, carrying handles mounted on the sides, and a central oval porcelain medallion depicting a painted cherub within a gilt mount. The rich dark timber contrasts against lighter crossbanding, while gilt metal hardware accentuates the corners and edges. Measuring 18 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 29 cm deep, the piece retains an original metal liner beneath the cover. Placing this planter on a dining room sideboard or a living room console table creates an elegant display space for dried florals or decorative items. The compact proportions allow it to sit securely on living area surfaces while adding traditional nineteenth-century character to an interior scheme. Interior styling benefits from pairing the warm timber tones and gilded elements with classic room furnishings.

FAQs

Designed as decorative indoor flower or plant holders, 19th-century French table jardinieres frequently featured elaborate parquetry, gilt bronze (ormolu) fittings, and hand-painted porcelain plaques inspired by 18th-century court styles.

Fine French table planters commonly utilised exotic wood veneers such as kingwood and tulipwood laid in geometric patterns, accented with chased gilt bronze mounts and painted porcelain medallions.

Authentic period pieces display detailed hand-chasing on bronze mounts, hand-cut parquetry veneers, cast handles, and finely detailed hand-painted porcelain panels rather than modern transfer prints.

Positioned on a sideboard, entryway console, or dining table, a jardiniere can be displayed as a standalone decorative focal point or styled with potted greenery and dried botanical arrangements.

Wipe wood veneers with a soft dry cloth and avoid direct contact with moisture; clean gilt bronze mounts using a soft brush or mild cloth, and always use a protective liner when placing live plants inside.
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