Antique Copper Casket - Bucolic Scene With Putti Period: 19th Century.

Antique Copper Casket - Bucolic Scene with Putti Period: 19th century.

An extraordinary antique copper casket, finely handcrafted using the tamping technique and relief casting, depicting lively bucolic scenes inspired by classical and mythological themes.

The side walls are adorned with playful cherubs immersed in vineyards, with naturalistic motifs of grapevines, leaves, and flowers elegantly intertwining around the figures.

The upper part of the lid features a countryside scene with cherubs drinking wine from cups, set against a rural landscape with a country house in the background, framed by a rich floral frame.

The attention to detail, from the figures' musculature to their facial expressions, demonstrates remarkable craftsmanship, likely from a French workshop.

The casket rests on four turned feet, lending it elegance and stability.

The burnished patina, with light traces of gilding, enhances the reliefs and accentuates the three-dimensional effect.

Condition: Excellent overall condition with slight wear consistent with age.
The clasp and hinges are intact.

Ideal as a collector's item, jewelry holder, or decorative element in classic and refined settings.

Material: Copper with burnished and gilded patina

Technique: Relief casting

Dimensions: 14.3 x 8.5 cm - height 9 cm