Gilt bronze and crystal flower vase, late 19th century

Flower vase made of gilt bronze and crystal, late 19th century, and a work of art of great value and beauty. The combination of gilded bronze and crystal gives the vase a unique elegance and brilliance, making it an extremely desirable item for antique and art enthusiasts.

The vase is decorated with an exquisite, gilded bronze frame that creates floral and decorative motifs, while the transparent crystal allows a view into the interior of the vase to admire the flowers placed inside. The shape and proportions of the vase have been designed to maximally highlight the beauty of the flowers inside, creating a stunning visual effect.

This flower vase is a unique and valuable object that can adorn any environment it is placed in. Thanks to its timeless beauty and high-quality craftsmanship, this gilded bronze and crystal flower vase is sure to become a cherished collectible for art and beauty lovers.

The beautiful three-legged base with round joints and floral and geometric embellishments frames the transparent crystal vase with ruby inserts on the spindles. Handles with dolphin heads and grape clusters are attached to the vase via a lower round ring with beads and an upper seal secured with two screws. The fire gilding is in good condition, except for minimal gilding on the convex parts of the base, where delicate carved finishing is visible. There is a minor chip on the tip of the crystal garland at the top. Of Italian origin.

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