Egyptian Porphyry And Bronze Cup With Cherubs
An imposing Egyptian red porphyry cup with moldings and gadroons, supported by three patinated bronze shell-gathering children. One of them sits on a dolphin and blows into a conch shell. The undulating background is strewn with shells and reeds. The group rests on a circular porphyry base, encircled with pearls and gilt bronze laurel leaves.
Late 18th - early 19th century.
Height: 67.5 cm - Diameter: 42 cm
Late 18th - early 19th century.
Height: 67.5 cm - Diameter: 42 cm
Height: 26.57 in - Diameter: 16.53 in
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32 000 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Diameter: 42
Height: 67,5
Reference (ID): 1653842
Availability: In stock
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