Based On Claude Ballin’s Bronze Janus Vase For The Park At Versailles
Artist: Claude Ballin (1615-1678)
Chiseled bronze vase
A reproduction ofbased on the original model designed in 1665 by Claude Ballin, the king’s goldsmith, for the Parterre du Midi in the grounds of the Palace of Versailles
Antique 19th-century cast
Claude Ballin is best known for creating the famous silver furniture
Decorated with oak leaves and acorns on a Medici-style form, with handles adorned with Janus heads supported by boar heads on either side ofa frieze of foliage and seashells
Very fine chiseling work of great finesse, high-quality cast
Weighs over 4 kg and stands 27.5 cm tall
Antique patina, in good overall condition
Questions welcome
For more information
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https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5032834
A reproduction ofbased on the original model designed in 1665 by Claude Ballin, the king’s goldsmith, for the Parterre du Midi in the grounds of the Palace of Versailles
Antique 19th-century cast
Claude Ballin is best known for creating the famous silver furniture
Decorated with oak leaves and acorns on a Medici-style form, with handles adorned with Janus heads supported by boar heads on either side ofa frieze of foliage and seashells
Very fine chiseling work of great finesse, high-quality cast
Weighs over 4 kg and stands 27.5 cm tall
Antique patina, in good overall condition
Questions welcome
For more information
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Parc_de_Versailles,_Parterre_du_Midi,_Vase,_bronze,_Claude_Ballin,_inv1850N%C2%B08965_01.jpg
https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5032834
850 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Height: 27,5cm
Reference (ID): 1814147
Availability: In stock
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