A Pair of Empire Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Urns
19th century
of elongated ovoid form, each domed cover surmounted by a spreadwing eagle above the body mounted with masks suspending floral and fruit-filled swags, raised on a square base ending in winged paw feet.
Height 27 1/2 inches.
Property of a Private Collector, Lake Forest, Illinois
Both in good condition. Marble intact without cracks or repair, some minor chipping to lower edge of covers. Bronze all present with even, bright patina.
Additional images available upon request.
Width at widest (masks on handles) 9 1/2 inches.
Base at widest is 7 1/4 x 7 1/4 inches.
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19th century
of elongated ovoid form, each domed cover surmounted by a spreadwing eagle above the body mounted with masks suspending floral and fruit-filled swags, raised on a square base ending in winged paw feet.
Height 27 1/2 inches.
Property of a Private Collector, Lake Forest, Illinois
Both in good condition. Marble intact without cracks or repair, some minor chipping to lower edge of covers. Bronze all present with even, bright patina.
Additional images available upon request.
Width at widest (masks on handles) 9 1/2 inches.
Base at widest is 7 1/4 x 7 1/4 inches.