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Monumental Napoleon III Gilt- and Patinated Bronze Centerpiece

third quarter 19th century, after a model by Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), the gilt-bronze flaring basket pierced with grapes and grape leaves, and supported by three patinated bronze classical maidens grasping gilt-bronze wreaths, above a cylindrical cove-molded base ornamented with medallions alternating with classical masques, the bottom edge decorated with lotus leaves.
h. 35-1/4", dia. 15-3/4"

Provenance: Estate of Norma Crawford Myers, Dallas, Texas.

Estimate $4,000-7,000

**In overall good condition.
Basket loops very slightly uneven at the top edges probably due to storage; nothing serious.
The patinated figures with rubbing to the high points throughout.
Very scattered, minor oxidation to the gilt.