Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases

  • This exquisite pair of potpourri vases epitomize opulent artistry
  • Rosso antico was a popular material for sculpture in ancient Greece, Rome and Italy
  • The vases' rich maroon color is further enhanced by elegant gilt bronze
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$24,500
Item No. 31-4735

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This exquisite pair of rosso antico marble and gilt bronze potpourri vases epitomize opulent artistry. A popular material for sculpture in ancient Greece, Rome and Italy, rosso antico is identifiable by its pink to reddish hue. These vases exhibit an exceptionally lustrous and even deep maroon color, which is further enhanced by rich, elegant gilt bronze. These vases are topped by elaborately decorated pierced lids which allow the scent of the perfume or potpourri within. . .
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This exquisite pair of rosso antico marble and gilt bronze potpourri vases epitomize opulent artistry. A popular material for sculpture in ancient Greece, Rome and Italy, rosso antico is identifiable by its pink to reddish hue. These vases exhibit an exceptionally lustrous and even deep maroon color, which is further enhanced by rich, elegant gilt bronze. These vases are topped by elaborately decorated pierced lids which allow the scent of the perfume or potpourri within to disperse throughout the room, while the bronze handles appear as intricately coiled serpents. Similar attention is paid to the legs, reminiscent of bird legs culminating in sharp talons. These highly unique vases rest on square blue marble bases.

18th century

7 1/4" wide x 4 3/4" deep x 8 1/2" high
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Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
Period: 18th Century
Type: Vases/Vessels
Depth: 4.75 in. (12.07 cm)
Width: 7.25 in. (18.42 cm)
Height: 8.5 in. (21.59 cm)
Rosso Antico Marble and Gilt Bronze Potpourri Vases
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