An elegant pair of 19th Century French Sèvres-style porcelain decorative urns featuring a striking turquoise céleste blue glaze, hand-applied gilt decoration, and ornate bronze-mounted bases. Beautifully executed in the refined taste of the Napoleon III period, these decorative urns embody the sophistication and luxury associated with French decorative arts of the mid-to-late 19th century.
Each urn is crafted in a graceful baluster form with a long tapering neck surmounted by a matching lidded finial. The rich turquoise porcelain body is accented by delicate gilt foliate motifs, finely painted garland decoration, and elegant gilded borders. Particularly attractive are the sculpted gilt mask handles, modeled in the form of classical animal or lion heads, which add depth and architectural presence to the design.
The urns rest upon square bronze-mounted plinth bases, enhancing their visual impact and providing stability. The combination of vibrant céleste blue porcelain, gilded ornamentation, and bronze mounts reflects the influence of the celebrated Sèvres porcelain tradition and the decorative tastes of the Napoleon III era.
These sophisticated garniture-style urns are ideal for display on mantels, consoles, vitrines, sideboards, or within curated collections of fine French porcelain and European decorative arts. Their balanced proportions, elegant color palette, and classical detailing make them highly decorative statement pieces.
Circa 1855–1880
France
Napoleon III / Sèvres Style
Each Urn Approximately:
These antique porcelain urns will be professionally packed using museum-grade packing materials and techniques. Each urn and lid will be individually wrapped and protected using multiple layers of cushioning, custom supports, reinforced boxing, and double-boxing procedures. Special attention will be given to protecting the finials, handles, gilded surfaces, and porcelain bodies during transport.
Flemington, New Jersey
We ship larger pieces with specialized transport couriers and smaller pieces with FedEx or USPS. We take great care in ensuring that all items are professionally packaged for safe transport. Deliveries typically take between 7 days and 3 weeks depending on destination, season, and carrier schedules.
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Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with over 140 years of age. The turquoise glaze remains vibrant and attractive, while the gilt decoration displays expected wear and patina from age and handling. The bronze-mounted bases retain a pleasing antique finish. Minor surface wear, rubbing to gilding, and manufacturing irregularities typical of antique porcelain may be present. No major chips, cracks, or structural repairs observed. Overall, a beautifully preserved and highly decorative antique pair.