What is a cassolette?

A cassolette is a decorative urn or vase designed with a removable, reversible lid that transforms the vessel from a closed decorative object into a candleholder. Originating from classical forms, these dual-purpose pieces were widely produced in the nineteenth century for display on mantelpieces and side tables.

How do you use a cassolette?

To change the function of the piece, you simply lift the lid and turn it over to reveal the hidden candle socket. Most owners choose to display them in their closed decorative configuration, reserving the candle-burning function for special occasions.

Are cassolettes always sold in pairs?

While many survive as matched pairs intended to flank a central clock or ornament, single examples and larger garniture sets also occur. Pairs were standard for symmetrical placement on nineteenth-century mantelpieces and console tables.

How do I identify French Empire style?

French Empire style draws heavily on ancient Roman, Greek, and Egyptian motifs, featuring strict symmetry, classical figures, and martial attributes. Look for gilt bronze mounts shaped like laurels, sphinxes, and palmettes applied to dark marble or bronze bodies.

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These 19th century cassolettes combine pivoting reversible lids with classical urn forms, offering a decorative centrepiece with functional versatility for an interior.

Antique Pair French Bleu Celeste Sevres Urns 19th C

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Pair Royal Worcester, Flight Barr & Barr Lidded Vases, 19th Century.

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French Bronze Lidded Urn by Auguste Cain

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