A French Gilt Bronze Mounted Blue John Vase
A French Gilt Bronze Mounted Blue John Vase
Likely Maison Millet, 19th Century
stamped Millet.
Height 4 3/8 inches.
Property from the Collection of Steven Huffines, San Francisco, California European Furniture & Decorative Arts
In overall fair and stable condition. The bronze having rubbing and loss to gilt around the opening. With dust and debris to the interior of the vase. The body of the vase scattered with inclusions, likely natural to the stone. There appears to be a clear lacquer or other substance over the top of the blue john that is wearing away, leaving some spots with a matte finish. Some flaking to gilt around the base as well. Additional images available upon request.
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A French Gilt Bronze Mounted Blue John Vase
Likely Maison Millet, 19th Century
stamped Millet.
Height 4 3/8 inches.
Property from the Collection of Steven Huffines, San Francisco, California European Furniture & Decorative Arts
In overall fair and stable condition. The bronze having rubbing and loss to gilt around the opening. With dust and debris to the interior of the vase. The body of the vase scattered with inclusions, likely natural to the stone. There appears to be a clear lacquer or other substance over the top of the blue john that is wearing away, leaving some spots with a matte finish. Some flaking to gilt around the base as well. Additional images available upon request.
