PAIR EMPIRE-STYLE BRONZE-DORÉ JARDINIÈRES.last quarter 19th century. Circular, on a pedestal foot, the whole raised on a black marble-mounted square base; the bowl with masque head mounts descending to ring handles, decorated with continuous turquoise colored enamelled band detailed with delicate pink trailing flowers; the bronze-doré with detailed decorative borders and flourishes, including acanthus leaves, anthemion and egg and dart - 11 3/4 in. high. Estimate $600-800
PROVENANCE: A Palm Beach, FL, estate
One jardiniere sits slightly askew. Minor amounts of rubbed gilding consistent with age. Interior with wear and patination consistent with use. Enamel in good condition. No repairs.
