Circular center with three Empire Caryatids. Possibly Russian Empire, XIX century
Circular center with three Empire Caryatids. Possibly Russian Empire, XIX century.
Patinated and gilded bronze. Crystal.
In good condition.
Measurements: 68 x 30 cm.
This large and magnificent Empire style centerpiece is defined by the three caryatids that make up its body. They are three stylized draped sculptures that rise on a vegetal base embellished with winged sphinxes, angels and imperial eagles. The three women hold above their heads a crystal centerpiece with its main body ornamented with diamond-tipped motifs and the galloned mouth by means of large facets. The piece has been conceived through a sculptural concept characteristic of this time. This type of scenes were very common in the decoration of the centerpieces, in many occasions mythical or religious characters were represented, linked to a historicist sense and aesthetics.
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Circular center with three Empire Caryatids. Possibly Russian Empire, XIX century.
Patinated and gilded bronze. Crystal.
In good condition.
Measurements: 68 x 30 cm.
This large and magnificent Empire style centerpiece is defined by the three caryatids that make up its body. They are three stylized draped sculptures that rise on a vegetal base embellished with winged sphinxes, angels and imperial eagles. The three women hold above their heads a crystal centerpiece with its main body ornamented with diamond-tipped motifs and the galloned mouth by means of large facets. The piece has been conceived through a sculptural concept characteristic of this time. This type of scenes were very common in the decoration of the centerpieces, in many occasions mythical or religious characters were represented, linked to a historicist sense and aesthetics.
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