Description

Pair of early C19th Regency period bronze cassolettes of campana form .
Crisply-cast pair of bronze and gilt-bronze decorated campana urn cassolettes or candlesticks with reversible tops . The classically-inspired vase bodies each fitted with twin miniature handles , onto socle supports with square bases raised on ball feet .
The shaped lids with cast berry finials , reversing to form a turned candleholder with circular drip-pan. The edges of the tops of the bodies with ovolo or "egg and dart" detail, the candlesticks with a conforming band when reversed over . The bodies decorated with a fine band of gilded bronze applied pierced decoration.
Smart pair of bronze cassolettes which have achieved a good chocolate patina , in excellent original condition.
H 7.5"
W 4"
D 4"
England c.1820
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 .
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