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19th Century French Neoclassical style bronze vase by Levillain and Barbedienne

Creator: Ferdinand Levillain -Ferdinand Barbedienne
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
19th Century French Neoclassical style bronze vase by Levillain and Barbedienne
French, 19th Century
Height 145cm, width 53cm, depth 43cm

This elegant vase is cast entirely in bronze, and it is signed by the sculptor Ferdinand Levillain (French, 1837-1905) and the master bronzeworker Ferdinand Barbedienne (French 1810-1892), who worked on the vase between them. The vase stands on a curved triangular base of veined, green marble, and features three curved paw feet which suspend the vase between them. The body of the vase is bullet-shaped, and the lower half and upper half are differently decorated. The upper half features gilt bronze Classical depictions of people, animals and arabesques in relief, and twin mounted handles. The lower half is decorated with winged sphinxes surrounded by scrolls and foliage as well as a grain pattern. The surmounting waisted neck of the vase features masks mounted to each side hung with grapes, and a flared rim with an egg and dart pattern.

Artist/ Maker: Ferdinand Barbedienne and Ferdinand Levillain

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bronze, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze), Patinated Bronze.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Neoclassical
Dealer Reference #:	15414
Incollect Reference #:	682133

Dimensions

W.	20.87 in;	H.	57.09 in;	D.	16.93 in;
W.	53 cm;	H.	145 cm;	D.	43 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.