Athénienne-form jardinière in chased gilt bronze and painted metal
Louis XVI style, 19th-century manufacture
A finely crafted jardinière with a tripod base featuring female masks, each support joined by twisted rope detailing and ending in paw feet.
The upper collar is adorned with stylized postal motifs.
Each leg is monogrammed with the letter “C” on the reverse.
Dimensions: Height 88.5 cm – Diameter 43 cm
This elegant piece reflects the ornamental richness of the Second Empire, marrying classical influence with exquisite bronze craftsmanship.
📌 Comparative references & provenance:
This jardinière belongs to a documented model featured in major sales:
• Christie’s New York, 22 October 2010, lot 473 — signed Henri Picard ($56,250)
• Christie’s London, 19 July 2012, lot 303 — pair in chased and patinated bronze, signed 2571R and 2572R, attributed to Henri Picard
• Christie’s London, 18 April 2023, lot 10 — same model reoffered
• Sotheby’s London, 28 October 2009, lot 52 — similar unsigned pair (M&N Uzal Collection)
• Another example, attributed to Gouthière, formerly in the collection of Madame Louis Burat
