Bronze Elephant Decanter, French Mid 19th Century
£325.00
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Spectacular small decanter in the shape of a bronze elephant carrying a glass barrel, set on a gilded brass base; antique French Napoleon III mid 19th century.
Condition: some surface wear
Size: Wide: 17 cm Length: 18 cm Height: 23 cm
Condition: some surface wear
Size: Wide: 17 cm Length: 18 cm Height: 23 cm
Style note — products made in the traditional Victorian style are often recognisable because of their lavish decoration. The design mixes various sources of inspiration, but the prevalent decorative features are rich floral ornaments, scrolls and foliage, often applied all over the items.
Facts of Lavish With time, from a purely practical objects decanters became a luxury symbol of status. Just look at the intricately cut crystal glass and silver mounted decanters.