Antique Figural Putto Lamp Finial or Furniture Mount with Gilt Acanthus Crest Antique

Antique Figural Putto Lamp Finial or Furniture Mount with Gilt Acanthus Crest AntiqueAdditional Description: A finely modeled figural putto (cherub) mount, cast in darkened metal, depicted kneeling on one knee with arms raised to support an ornate gilt acanthus leaf crest. The puttos anatomy is classically proportioned, with softly rendered musculature and expressive facial features, contrasting with the richly textured, scrolling foliage above. The figure is mounted on an integral stepped plinth and retains its original threaded iron

or scented oils and were part of elegant dressing table or vanity sets

The removable horn-shaped vase inserts are polished silverplate and taper elegantly toward the base

The piece features a deep cobalt blue ground highlighted with delicate gilt scrollwork and finely painted figural reserves in the Rococo taste

surrounded by a partially legible French devotional inscription

The flared bowl is richly adorned with carved acanthus and foliate motifs

floral sterling spoon

Floral Hanging Garland Motif

Circa 1870-1900

and highly sculptural casting

particularly at corners and edges

The porcelain painting remains vibrant with expected age-related wear

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