Antique Neoclassical Brass Urn with Lid and Laurel Motifs – Late 19th Century Decorative Mantel Piece

Antique Neoclassical Brass Urn with Lid and Laurel Motifs – Late 19th Century Decorative Mantel Piece

$160.00
Sale price  $160.00 Regular price  $250.00
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Antique Neoclassical Brass Urn with Lid and Laurel Motifs – Late 19th Century Decorative Mantel Piece

Antique Neoclassical Brass Urn with Lid and Laurel Motifs – Late 19th Century Decorative Mantel Piece

$160.00
Sale price  $160.00 Regular price  $250.00

Brass lidded mantel urn in the neoclassical taste, late 19th century, with a tall body rising from a square plinth on paw feet. Applied laurel and floral garlands run around the sides, ring handles hang from foliate mounts, and the lid is finished with a ribbed knop finial. The brass has taken on a warm, even patina. Continental in manner, offered without maker's mark, and sized for a mantel, console, or bookshelf.

[d]Type | Lidded mantel urn

[d]Material | Brass

[d]Origin | Continental, unconfirmed

[d]Age | Late 19th century

[d]Style | Neoclassical, Empire revival

[d]Motifs | Laurel and floral garlands, ring handles with foliate mounts, paw feet, ribbed knop finial

[d]Size | 14.5 in H x 8 in W x 6 in D

[d]Maker | Unmarked

[condition]

Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The brass has developed a natural patina with light surface marks consistent with age and use. Structurally sound. The base shows expected wear and felt pads have been added under the feet to protect surfaces.

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