Vide poche - France

Splendid bronze pocket-emptying tray created by the artist René Gardette. The design depicts three herons arranged in a refined three-armed spiral composition that strongly recalls the shape of a Celtic triskelion. The dark base features a brunito or patinated finish to make the relief stand out. Signature present: author (R. Gardette) incised on the brunished part Characteristics: • Epoch: early 20th century • Style: Art Nouveau • Origin: France • Material: bronze • Finish: patinated and gilded bronze • Type: snuff tray / pocket-dish • Shape: contoured • Decoration: animalistic bas-relief • Motifs: Herons • Technique: decorative relief work • Author: Renè Gardette

Estimate:£151.56

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