Pair of 19th Century Napoléon III Cassolettes in marble and bronze.

Pair of Cassolettes from the 19th Century Napoleon III – Gilded Bronze and Brocatelle Marble – Swans Superb pair of cassolettes in the Louis XVI style from the 19th century (Napoleon III period). These refined ornamental pieces feature a body made of yellow brocatelle marble (veined with white and ochre shades) in a baluster shape, mounted on a richly worked square bronze base. * Swan-neck Handles: Very elegant, the handles depict finely chiseled swans holding garlands of flowers and foliage in their beaks, which cascade down the body of the vase. * Ornamentation: Includes ribbon knots, flowers, and a lid topped with a pine cone (fretel). * Materials: Patinated/gilded bronze and genuine marble. Overall good condition for objects of this era. The patina of the bronze is authentic. Dimensions * Height: 55 cm * Width (at the handles): 23 cm * Base: 18 cm x 18 cm