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Deep Cultural & Historical BackgroundPopularized during the Third Republic era in France and across Gilded Age Europe, Rococo Revival (Louis XV Revival) metalwork revived the extravagant asymmetry and nature-inspired motifs of 18th-century court design. Cast metal mounts of this caliber were traditionally manufactured by skilled Parisianbronziersusing the lost-wax or sand-casting process, followed by meticulous hand-tooling (ciselure) to define hair strands, facial features, and botanical veining. In high-end dining culture, elaborate centerpiece stands (surtout de table) anchored formal dinner tables, elevating fruit, confections, or floral arrangements. The twin putti—symbolic figures of abundance, youth, and joy—were custom-fitted to flank the rim of the glass or ceramic vessel, bridging the gap between utilitarian tableware and classical bronze sculpture.
Condition & Surface CharacterThis set remains structurally sound with heavy, solid casting and no major fractures or metal loss. The pieces show authentic age-appropriate surface wear, with rich golden gilding preserved alongside natural tarnish, oxidation, and subtle darkening in the deep reliefs. As loose salvage components, the two putti handles are unmounted/detached from the main pedestal collar, displaying residual mounting solder and adhesive compound on their hollow undersides where they were originally bonded to the central vessel rim.
Dimensions, Shipping & Display
Pedestal Base Height:5.0 inches (12.7 cm)
Pedestal Base Width & Depth:5.8 x 5.8 inches (14.7 x 14.7 cm)
Putti Figural Handles (Each):2.2 inches High x 2.2 inches Wide (5.6 x 5.6 cm)
Combined Rested Height:Approximately 6.0 inches (15.2 cm)
Weight Profile:Solid / Heavy Cast Metal Feel
