#275

French
Live Auction

$550
sold
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20" (54 cm.) Arranged upon an ebony wooden oval platform is an elaborate gilded ormolu arrangement that centers a tufted red velvet cushion upon which is resting a small wax orange blossom bouquet with lace edging. The gilt arrangement include dove with wreath,multitude of sunflowers and leaves,six rectangular mirrors,and symbols of prosperity,double sheaths of wheat,each with fine original gilded finish. The entire arrangement is presented upon an oval glass dome,and was the wedding presentation of a French bride and groom,circa 1890,symbolizing their union. Excellent condition.