Description

Pair of C19th gilt bronze cassolettes of neo-classical design on white marble bases.
Smart pair of small-scale gilt bronze cassolette urns with reversal candlestick knozzle lids.
Raised on neo-classical rams-head design tripod supports, mounted upon tri-form concave white marble block bases . The detachable berry finial reversible tops having reverse sided candle sconces, with nicely cast ,chased and turned detail . The tapering bodies of wrythen form . Crisply-cast throughout with good attention to detail.
Consistent colour and patina, with a 'softly' gilded and aged patination . One minor crack to one marble base.
H 7.5"
W 3.5"
D 3.5"
England c.1850
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance .
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 1705