Impt Pair of French Empire Ormolu Covered vases/Potpourris, Att. Thomier A Paris

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An Incredible and Rare Pair of 19th Century French Ormolu Covered Potpourris, Attributed to Thomier A Paris. This pair dates to 1810, which is the illustrious French Empire period. These remarkable urns serve as prime examples of the impeccable artistry and superior craftsmanship that characterized the first empire era. Notably, the urns feature figural cherub handles positioned atop rams’ heads, engaging in musical endeavors, which adds an alluring touch of sophistication to their design.

The captivating allure of these urns is further enhanced by their meticulously hand-chiseled gilded bronze composition, adorned with a splendid two-tone finish. Standing at an impressive height of 24 inches, these urns exemplify an unwavering dedication to detail. Each urn boasts a main body adorned with elegantly crafted relief dancers, bestowing a graceful and refined aesthetic to the overall ensemble. The lids of the urns exhibit a masterful arrangement of ornamental scrolls and attached stylized foliate that gracefully extends from the base of the magnificent ormolu flame finial. This intricate composition adds an extra layer of visual allure, capturing the attention of any discerning observer.

To enchant the beholder even further, the lower half of the bowls feature a captivating composition of relief decorations, depicting delicate foliate fern and acanthus motifs. This intricate ornamentation harmoniously complements the overall design, exuding an undeniable sense of refinement and artistic mastery. Elevated by their fluted stems, these urns rest upon rectangular plinths, which themselves bear relief depictions of musicians. Every element of these urns, from their meticulously detailed engravings to their carefully crafted ormolu materials, serves as a testament to the exceptional level of craftsmanship and artistic mastery employed in their creation. Thomier is considered one of the finest bronziers ever. He was given a majority of the Royal bronze works of art from the French King and other royal family members.

Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)
Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)