Crystal And Gilded Brass Flower Vase – Napoleon III Period

Refinement, light, and elegance perfectly define this remarkable Napoleon III-era flower vase, an iconic decorative piece emblematic of French taste in the second half of the 19th century.

Crafted from cut crystal, it captivates with its richly decorated surface, featuring deep cuts that brilliantly capture the light. Its gilded brass base, finely chiseled, features an elegant design of fillets, beaded friezes, and volutes with coiled handles—characteristic of the Louis XVI style, which was revived during the Second Empire. The piece strikes a perfect balance between the transparency of the crystal and the warmth of the gilding.

The vase is topped with a crystal flower spike, allowing for the creation of bouquets with great finesse, as each stem naturally finds its place. On its own, it is a true decorative piece, as captivating when filled with flowers as when displayed empty, revealing the full beauty of its cut.

A high-quality piece, both elegant and timeless, that will naturally find its place on a console table, as a centerpiece, or in a display case. It will appeal to lovers of crystal, 19th-century decorative arts, and Napoleon III furniture.

Napoleon III period.
Cut crystal and gilded brass mount.
In very fine condition.