Large Sèvres Blue Porcelain And Gilded Bronze Mantel Set, Napoleon III 1870

Description
Important decorative set composed of two covered vases and a central bowl forming a jardinière. The set is distinguished by an intense celestial blue background, characteristic of Sèvres production, sublimated by a rich gilded decoration with scrolls, palmettes and architectural frames. The reserves feature finely hand-painted galant and pastoral scenes inspired by the 18th-century rococo repertoire, with elegant figures, idealized landscapes and musical subjects. The quality of execution and balance of proportions reflect a production of great luxury.

Technique and materials
Gloss-glazed Sèvres porcelain, hand-painted polychrome decoration with gold highlights. Important ormolu mounts, finely cast and chased, including openwork galleries, stepped bases and handles in feminine terms forming busts of caryatids.

Dating
France, circa 1870, Napoleon III period. The use of celestial blue, the finesse of the paintings and the quality of the bronzes correspond to Sèvres production in the second half of the 19th century.

Dating
France, circa 1870, Napoleon III period.

Condition
Very good overall condition. Porcelain intact, with no visible restoration. Original gilding remarkably preserved; bronzes have only been professionally cleaned.

Use and purpose
Intended for a mantelpiece, console or reception room, this trim makes a high-quality decorative focal point.

Dimensions:

Side vases:
Height - 70 cm
Maximum width - 37 cm
Diameter - 24 cm

Center cup:
Height - 47 cm
Width - 50 cm
Diameter - 35 cm