Pair Of "oxblood" Porcelain Vials With Gilded Bronze Mounts, Napoleon III

Pair of oxblood-colored porcelain flasks withgilded chiseled bronzeFrance, second half of the 19th century
A rare and elegant pair of decorative porcelain flasks withoxblood glaze—a deep, luminous red—adorned with arich, finely chiseled and gilded bronze mount.The particularly harmonious proportions of these vialscaptivate with the softness of their lines: a generous body extends intoa long, slender neck, creating a silhouette of great distinction.
This eleganceis highlighted by a gilded bronze floral mount, composed ofgnarled branches, foliage, and finely chiseled buds. Thestoppers, crowned with remarkable leafy fleurons, elegantlyextend the verticality of the ensemble, while the openwork baseslend lightness and balance to the composition.
The contrast between the intensity of the oxblood glaze andthe warm luster of the gilded bronze produces a particularlyrefined decorative effect, characteristic of high-quality French craftsmanship from the secondhalf of the 19th century.
This pair, with its striking decorative presence, willnaturally find its place on a mantelpiece, a console table, or in a display case, whereit will add a touch of classic elegance.
Period: Second half of the 19th century.Materials: Oxblood-glazed porcelain, chiseled and gilded bronze.Dimensions: Height: 30 cm.Condition: Very good condition.