{"product_id":"monumental-pair-of-gilt-bronze-mounted-cut-crystal-vases","title":"Monumental Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Cut Crystal Vases","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"lot-descr-box\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonumental Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Cut Crystal Vases\u003cbr\u003eEach of impressive baluster form, composed of finely diamond-cut crystal with a flaring rim, central knop, and spreading circular foot, all mounted with richly chased ormolu foliate mounts, including acanthus scroll handles and laurel sprays. The glass with superb clarity and hand-cut precision, resting on a molded gilt-bronze base with egg-and-dart border.\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 52 in. (132 cm.) • Width: 20 in. (50.8 cm.)\u003cbr\u003eNote: Such grand-scale crystal and ormolu vases were often produced in France during the late 19th century by firms such as Baccarat or Cristalleries de Saint Louis, catering to the opulent interiors of the Second Empire and Belle Époque periods.\u003cbr\u003especialist note:\u003cbr\u003eThis striking pair vases features brilliantly hand-cut crystal bodies with intricate diamond patterning and elegant ormolu mounts in classical taste. Each vase is surmounted by a domed cover with finial, flanked by scrolling foliate handles, and supported on a richly chased gilt-bronze circular base.\u003cbr\u003eA spectacular decorative statement—measuring over four feet in height—perfect for a grand entry hall, gallery, or formal salon.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003egood overall condition, minor wear to gilding consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A.B. Levy's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45209781207219,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0095\/0956\/8609\/files\/109.jpg?v=1767745892","url":"https:\/\/shop.ablevys.com\/products\/monumental-pair-of-gilt-bronze-mounted-cut-crystal-vases","provider":"A.B. Levy's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}