French Late 19th Century Sevres-Style Ormolu-Mounted Cobalt Blue Porcelain Vase

France, late 19th century (circa 1870-1900). A striking Sevres-style cobalt blue porcelain vase of baluster form, mounted with finely cast and gilt bronze (ormolu). The body is decorated in a rich deep bleu de roi glaze, accented by elaborate ormolu mounts including a pierced laurel border at the rim, acanthus-leaf collar, scrolling side handles terminating in foliate masks, a decorative band to the shoulder, and a square ormolu plinth base. The elegant proportions and luxurious combination of cobalt porcelain and gilded bronze reflect the taste for Louis XVI-inspired decorative arts popular during the French Second Empire and Belle ‰poque. Dimensions: 9"W x 22.75"H Weight: 11lb Condition Request Condition Report Age related wear.

Estimation:€88.86

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