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Pair of Lithyalin glass and gilt bronze vases

Creator: Compagnie des Cristalleries de Saint Louis / St. Louis Crystal / Saint Louis (Attributed)
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Pair of Lithyalin glass and gilt bronze vases
French, c. 1870
Height 48.5cm, width 27cm, depth 19cm

This wonderful pair of vases, crafted from Lithyalin and gilt bronze, is a remarkable piece of design. Each vase features a body of ovoid form, with a flared neck and shoulders. The glass, known as Lithyalin glass, is a marbled glass whose surface resembles polished gemstone. The gilt bronze mounts affixed to each vase are extraordinary: wide, sweeping curves predominate, accenting the curvaceous glass bodies.

The pair is attributed to the St. Louis Glassworks.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Glass, ormolu.
Creation Date:	1870
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	13989
Incollect Reference #:	382124

Dimensions

W.	10.63 in;	H.	19.09 in;	D.	7.48 in;
W.	27 cm;	H.	48.5 cm;	D.	19 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.