Important Baluster Vase In Gilded Bronze And Cloisonné Enamel By Eugène Cornu, 19th Century

Important 19th-Century Baluster Vase by Eugène Cornu, Made of Onyx, Gilded Bronze, and Cloisonné Enamel
A superb and rare baluster-shaped vase from the Napoleon III period (19th century), crafted from onyx and marble-onyx and adorned with a substantial chiseled gilt-bronze mount and a band of cloisonné enamel featuring rich, refined decoration.
Eugène Cornu, Director of the Compagnie des Marbres d’Algérie, Maison Viot & Cie
Onyx with nuanced natural veining, gilded art bronze, polychrome cloisonné enamel.

Central band of cloisonné enamel depicting a polychrome scene with cherubs at the center, surrounded by leafy and floral arabesques on a midnight blue and turquoise background.
Side handles in gilded bronze with volute motifs, adorned with highly detailed foliage and laurel leaves.
Gilded bronze shower stand resting on a quadrangular onyx base.
Height: 40 cm
Width between the two handles: 23 cm
Weight: 4.5 kg
No chips, missing pieces, or cracks. The gilding on the bronze and the enamel coating are in excellent condition.
In-person pickup preferred.
Shipped with great care, securely and double-packed with worldwide insurance