Antique Onyx And Gilt Bronze Vase With Cloisonné Enamels – Napoleon III Style

Magnificent antique onyx and gilt bronze vase, richly decorated with multicolored cloisonné enamels in the Napoleon III style, characteristic of the late 19th century. The base, neck and handles are finely decorated with stylized floral motifs in enamel, in a palette of blue, red and white, evoking an oriental influence. The gilt bronze handles in the shape of chimeras add a touch of refinement and majesty. Characteristics: • Height: 21 cm • Material: natural onyx and gilt bronze • Decoration: multicolored cloisonné enamels (a technique typical of the Napoleon III period) • Handles: gilt bronze in the shape of chimeras • Base: solid onyx, with gilt bronze finishesThis type of onyx and gilt bronze vase was very popular during the Second Empire, inspired by orientalizing art and the rediscovery of cloisonné enamel techniques. Similar pieces are often associated with the workshops of Barbedienne or Ferdinand Levillain, famous for their refined creations in onyx and gilt bronze. A superb example of work from the Napoleon III era, ideal for a collection or as a luxury decorative piece.