Pair Antique French Glass & Gilt Ormolu Vases Empire Neoclassical Style raised enamel moser the discovery of crystal opaline

the discovery of crystal opaline

Charles Field (Haviland)

in use from 1800-1840

Features a minimalist

Lafrance Prix de Rome and bearing with the brand of the founder Susse Frères Paris

Pair Antique French Glass & Gilt Ormolu Vases Empire Neoclassical Style raised enamel moser the discovery of crystal opalinePair of antique late 19th century French ormolu mounted glass vases. Unique form to the vases richly decorated in neoclassical style mounts. Comprising of of reticulated frieze borders patterned with flowers and scrolling leaves, the decoration including rosettes and palmettes with the sides flanked by abundant cornucopias. The front and back with the same motif of the goddess Aphrodite gazing into a mirror, an allegory for love and beauty. The vases