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180 - 19th Cent. Leopold Oudry & Cie. Bronze Basin and Ewer 19th century Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Léopold Oudry & Cie Materials: Electroformed copper or cast bronze with multi-toned galvanic gilt, silver, and copper patinas Marking(s): • Maker's Mark: Stamped “OUDRY” incised onto the metal edge. Cataloguer's Note: This exceptional 19th-century French Neo-Renaissance style ewer and matching presentation basin manufactured by the celebrated Paris firm Léopold Oudry & Cie. Active from 1854 to 1882, Léopold Oudry achieved great acclaim during the Second French Empire for pioneering advanced "galvanoplastic" electroforming techniques, even receiving a medal at the 1855 Paris Exposition Universelle. The set is highly decorative and cast in relief, featuring intricate classicizing motifs including mythological figures, stylized mascarons, graceful foliage, scrolls, and allegorical symbols representing the Four Elements. The surface treatment features contrasting silvered and gilded layers that accentuate the depth of the metalwork. Plate: H 2" x Diameter 17.5" Ewer: H 12" x L (handle to spout) 5.25" Good antique condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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19th Cent. Leopold Oudry & Cie. Bronze Basin and Ewer 19th century Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Léopold Oudry & Cie Materials: Electroformed copper or cast bronze with multi-toned galvanic gilt, silver, and copper patinas Marking(s): • Maker's Mark: Stamped “OUDRY” incised onto the metal edge. Cataloguer's Note: This exceptional 19th-century French Neo-Renaissance style ewer and matching presentation basin manufactured by the celebrated Paris firm Léopold Oudry & Cie. Active from 1854 to 1882, Léopold Oudry achieved great acclaim during the Second French Empire for pioneering advanced "galvanoplastic" electroforming techniques, even receiving a medal at the 1855 Paris Exposition Universelle. The set is highly decorative and cast in relief, featuring intricate classicizing motifs including mythological figures, stylized mascarons, graceful foliage, scrolls, and allegorical symbols representing the Four Elements. The surface treatment features contrasting silvered and gilded layers that accentuate the depth of the metalwork. Plate: H 2" x Diameter 17.5" Ewer: H 12" x L (handle to spout) 5.25" Good antique condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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Retrospective (11.24.26)Auction house
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