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Pair of Antique French Rococo Style Black Iron Urns Adorned with Brass Figures

$38,400per set
£29,341.57per set
€35,079.29per set
CA$55,617.50per set
A$56,944.83per set
CHF 32,343.09per set
MX$728,248.74per set
NOK 372,052.48per set
SEK 386,611.82per set
DKK 262,221.53per set

About the Item

This extraordinary pair of monumental 19th Century French Rococo style urns possesses a rare ability to transform a landscape into a formal estate, merging mythology, ornament, and architecture into objects of theatrical presence. Executed in richly finished, deeply patinated black iron with luminous gilt brass mounts, these commanding vessels embody the grandeur of nineteenth-century French design with an undeniable sense of history and permanence. Rising upon substantial, faceted pedestals, the urns feature elegantly molded rims, scrolling relief decoration, and finely cast heraldic cartouches that reveal the remarkable quality of their workmanship. The sculptural gilt mounts provide a striking counterpoint to the polished black surfaces; winged siren figures form the dramatic handles, their graceful bodies appearing to emerge from the vessels themselves, while expressive mascarons punctuate the bodies with theatrical flourish. This juxtaposition of ebonized iron against the warm brilliance of brass creates a captivating interplay of light and shadow. Their impressive scale allows these urns to function as true architectural elements, possessing the same commanding presence found in the great French and Italian estates. Unlike heavily weathered garden ornaments, this pair retains a remarkably crisp surface and refined finish, ensuring the intricate casting and brilliant gilt details remain fully appreciated. Whether positioned at a grand entrance, flanking a garden walk, or anchoring a formal interior, these exceptional urns bring a sense of ceremony, romance, and old-world opulence to their surroundings. At once romantic and undeniably grand, these monumental objects do not merely adorn a space—they define it. Only pair of their kind available globally.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Diameter: 27 in (68.58 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Remarkable antique condition, retaining original structural integrity and crisp details with a rich black finish and patinated brass accents consistent with its 150+ year history.
  • Seller Location:
    Saint Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4235149875282

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