French Silver and Jasper Mounted Jade Urn by Boin-Taburet
A French silver and jasper mounted jade urn, by Boin-Taburet, Paris, circa 1900 of compressed urn form decorated with foliate swags and raised on a gilt mounted hexagonal jasper foot, conforming cover, the base stamped Boin Taburet a Paris 5.51 in. high the Boin-Taburet metalwork firm was established in 1873 by George Boin and Emile Taburet, and is credited with the revival of Louis XV rococo style silverware in 1880s Paris. The firm produced wares of extremely fine quality and the Boin-Taburet firm won a major award at the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris. The Company became especially famous for producing a number of surtout de tables, most of which were crafted to resemble garden lakes or ponds with ornamental sculptures, fountains and urns.
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- Foliate - Decorated with leaves or leaf-like forms.
- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
- Floral Swag / Garland / Festoon - Floral swags are a decorative motif often used in the ornamentation of various objects, such as silverware, glassware, and furniture. The term "swag" refers to a garland or wreath of flowers, foliage, or other decorative elements, which is usually arranged in a loop or curve.
Floral swags can be found in a variety of decorative styles, from ornate Baroque and Rococo designs to more naturalistic Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. They are often used to add a touch of elegance, refinement, or whimsy to an object, and can be seen on a range of items from chandeliers and candlesticks to picture frames and tea sets.
In the decoration of silver objects, floral swags are often used to accentuate the curves and lines of the piece, and to add visual interest to the surface. Similarly, on glass objects, floral swags may be used to frame or highlight a particular area of the object, or to add a touch of color and delicacy.
On furniture, floral swags can be found on a variety of pieces, from cabinets and armoires to chairs and sofas. They are often used to enhance the lines and curves of the furniture, and can be used to create a sense of movement and flow in the design.
Overall, floral swags are a versatile decorative element that can be adapted to a range of styles and applications, and have been used in the decoration of various objects throughout history.
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