Pair Athenian Cassolettes Bronze Marble Fire Pot First Empire XIXth

Pair of Athenian* cassolettes in bronze with two patinas (black/green and gold) decorated with a firepot mounted on a tripod base ending in claw feet, round base in black marble, from the First Empire period early 19th century. These cassolettes are in good condition and are very decorative. A note: some chips on the marble bases (see red arrows), slight scratches, dirt and wear of time, see photos. ___________________________________________ * The term “Athenian” to designate this type of object was invented in 1773 by Jean-Henri Eberts (1726-1803). The description is published in the Avant-Coureur: a tripod made up of three console uprights supporting a cassolette. Dimensions Base diameter 9.5 cm Height 31.5 cm All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com