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Pair of French Empire style malachite, lapis lazuli and ormolu vases

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Pair of French Empire style malachite, lapis lazuli and ormolu vases
French, 20th Century
Height 78cm, width 47cm, depth 30cm

Skilfully crafted by French craftsmen, the unusual mixture of materials used for these vases makes them a very desirable addition to one’s collection.

Ormolu detailing decorates the vases throughout, most prominently on the twisted and fluted necks as well as the richly decorated bases. Malachite, a bright green gemstone is superbly worked on the vase bodies and is paired with a bright blue lapis lazuli panel. The same blue rock is used for the lids. Twin ormolu handles are mounted on the sides, each one shaped to depict a dragon. The mythical beast’s tail wraps around the draped ormolu garland of flowers and foliage.

Of an eye-catching design, this superb pair of vases would be a magnificent addition to the appropriate interior space.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Lapis lazuli, malachite, ormolu.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Empire
Dealer Reference #:	17504
Incollect Reference #:	706428

Dimensions

W.	18.5 in;	H.	30.71 in;	D.	11.81 in;
W.	47 cm;	H.	78 cm;	D.	30 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.