Antique 19th Century French Giltwood Pediment with Urn and Floral Swag Crest Antique

Antique 19th Century French Giltwood Pediment with Urn and Floral Swag Crest AntiqueAdditional Description: An elegant antique French giltwood pediment, richly carved in the neoclassical taste and originally designed as a decorative crest for a piece of fine furniture or architectural element. The composition centers on a classical lidded urn, flanked by flowing acanthus leaves and delicately draped floral garlands tied with ribbon motifs. The gently arched form and symmetrical arrangement reflect the refined influence of Louis XVI

most likely late Qing dynasty to early Republic period (circa 1880–1920)

Mexican artisans produced a wide variety of decorative objects combining metalwork with natural materials such as abalone shell

elegantly dressed in a black silk shawl over a soft lavender gown with delicate lace cuffs and collar

Ritter von Haaschow

Histoire Naturelle attempted to catalogue all known natural life

Drawing from classical antiquity

Etched Sevres mark is decorative and not indicative of Royal Sevres manufacture

Border of faux or genuine tortoisesheel veneer with light honey mottling

and trailing leaves - hallmark of Louis XVI and Rococo Revival motifs

Mahogany or stained hardwood with marquetry inlay

storing stationery

1970s Liscott Mini Vases with Pinky and Blue Boy