French Late 19th Century Sevres-Style Ormolu-Mounted Cobalt Blue Porcelain

France, late 19th century (circa 1870-1900). A Svres-style cobalt blue porcelain covered urn of tapering form, mounted with finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu). The domed cover is surmounted by a gilt finial and bordered by a gadrooned ormolu rim. The body is enriched with acanthus-leaf mounts at the shoulder and base and fitted with a pair of scrolling side handles terminating in foliate ornaments. Raised on an cast gilt bronze pedestal with fluted decoration and scrolling feet, the urn reflects the refined Louis XVI Revival style that flourished in France during the late nineteenth century. Dimensions: 12.25"W x 23"H Country of Origin: France Weight: 16.6 lbs Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimate:$100

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