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Exquisite Napoleon III French Ormolu Figural Basket Centerpiece, Circa 1880

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An exquisite Napoleon III French ormolu figural basket centerpiece, Circa 1880, Attributed to Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley. Depicting four mercury-gilded bronze ormolu cherubs holding a basket, the base with trophies and scrolling. This monumental centerpiece, is almost certainly the best we ever saw in all our years in this trade. The quality is the best it can get - it can't get better than this. The subject is absolutely charming and adoring and the size is spectacular. Perfect for any table. Apparently this piece is unsigned. In excellent condition and ready to place. 22" high x 25" wide x 13.5" deep.
  • Attributed to:
    Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1798227706392
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