French 1890s Rococo Revival Walnut Planter with Rocailles and Floral Motifs - JAA
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French 1890s Rococo Revival Walnut Planter with Rocailles and Floral Motifs
A French Rococo Revival walnut planter, 1890s. The square body is carved with rocailles motifs — the asymmetric shell and scroll ornament central to the Rococo vocabulary — enclosing a fitted tin liner. Cabriole legs provide an elegant, curved support, while delicately carved floral motifs add a further note of naturalistic ornament. The Rococo Revival, which swept French decorative arts from the mid-nineteenth century onward, drew directly from the exuberant aesthetic of the Louis XV period, translating its forms into household objects ranging from furniture to garden accessories. The walnut has developed a warm, aged patina. A refined and fully functional interior planter in the grand French decorative tradition.
Antique Condition & Upholstery Disclaimer
This item is an authentic antique. Due to its age and historical use, signs of wear, surface variation, repairs, and imperfections are to be expected. These characteristics are inherent to antique pieces and contribute to their unique character and authenticity.Upholstery may show wear, subtle fading, texture variation, or irregularities consistent with age and use.Please review all photographs carefully for condition details and contact us prior to purchase with any questions.
Place of Origin: France
Period: 19th Century
Dimensions: 11.5"W x 11.5"D x 19.5"H
Inventory Number: BLD338
Location: JAA
Price: $ 1950
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