Antique French Crystal and Ormolu Covered Centerpiece, France | Circa 1860–1880 | Napoleon III Period Dimensions: Approx

Dimensions: Approx

traditionally used to house two varieties of loose leaf tea

and lived with

natural patina over time

Antique French Crystal and Ormolu Covered Centerpiece, France | Circa 1860–1880 | Napoleon III Period Dimensions: ApproxAntique French Crystal and Ormolu Covered Centerpiece France Circa 18601880 Napoleon III Period This incredible piece is a French crystal and gilt bronze centerpiece from about 1860 to 1880, right in the height of the Napoleon III decorative arts period. The bowl is made of thick blown crystal and mounted in beautifully detailed gilded ormolu with scrolling shell and foliate decoration all the way around the body. The domed lid is topped with an